Karua asks Ruto to stop abductions, extrajudicial killings in honour of Raila
The People’s Liberation Party Leader, Martha Karua, has urged the President William Ruto-led government to end extrajudicial atrocities in Kenya.
Speaking to a local TV station on the night of Thursday, October 16, 2025, Karua said the only way President Ruto can truly honour the memory of the late Raila Odinga is by stopping abductions and unlawful killings that continue to stain the country’s human rights record.
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Karua’s remarks came as reports indicated that at least three people were feared dead after police dispersed an anxious crowd at the Kasarani Stadium, where mourners had gathered to commemorate the life of the late former Prime Minister.
Witnesses reported that officers used tear gas and live ammunition to control the swelling crowd, triggering panic and chaos.
“I want to urge the government of President William Ruto and the latter himself because they were great buddies with the late Raila Odinga.
“All these things of extrajudicial killings must end, to honour Raila Odinga. In Kasarani, it seems excessive force was used, leading to the death of three Kenyans.
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It was unfortunate and against the law,” Karua said.
Karua defends Raila’s legacy
The former Azimio La Umoja presidential running mate remembered the late Raila as a man who valued dialogue, freedom, and justice.
She said the late opposition leader always believed in lawful policing and would have condemned any form of brutality against citizens.
“Mimi najua hata kama tulikuwa pande tofauti, Raila alielewa msimamo wangu nami nikaelewa yake, na ndio maana tukafanya kazi pamoja mwaka wa 2022,” Karua said, recalling the partnership they shared during the general election.
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Karua added that working with the late Raila Odinga was easy because they shared a deep commitment to progressive politics, justice, and the welfare of ordinary Kenyans.
“Working with Raila Odinga was easy because we shared similar ideologies on how to progress our country,” she said.
Call for political reform
Karua further stated that Kenya’s politics must change to reflect the principles that the late Raila Odinga stood for, democracy, inclusivity, and equality.
She urged the current administration to protect citizens’ rights and ensure that security agencies operate within the law.
“Kenyan politics is about to change, but there is still a chance to become the first female president,” Karua said, hinting that she will continue pushing for leadership founded on justice and humanity.
As the nation continues to mourn, Karua’s appeal has struck a strong emotional chord among many Kenyans who believe that the greatest tribute to the late Raila Odinga would be a Kenya where no life is lost through violence, intimidation, or state excesses.
