National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has alleged that some reported abductions in Kenya are staged, calling for swift action against those spreading false claims. Speaking on Friday, December 27, 2024, Ichung’wah urged the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) to arrest and prosecute individuals faking abductions, stating that such actions amount to cybercrime.
“If anyone falsely claims to have been abducted, they should be arrested and charged for misuse of computers and cybercrimes. There are characters trying to use these claims to incite Kenyans,” Ichung’wah warned.
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Ichung’wah called on law enforcement agencies to fully implement the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act 2018, emphasizing the importance of addressing not only fake abductions but also other forms of online misconduct.
The majority leader also took a strong stance against cyberbullying, urging the DCI to act against social media users who insult leaders or engage in uncivilized behavior.
“Implement the law to stop the impunity of people insulting each other online, imagining nothing can happen to them,” he added, calling for public accountability for offenders.
Ichung’wah appealed to the youth to exercise restraint on social media and respect leaders, even if they disagree with them.
“To the youth, if you do not respect me as a leader, at least respect the families of those leaders. You may not like Speaker Wetang’ula, but remember he has parents,” he urged, emphasizing the importance of maintaining civility.
Ichung’wah’s remarks highlight his commitment to addressing the misuse of social media platforms. He reiterated that enforcing the Cybercrimes Act would restore order and curb rising incidents of online abuse and misinformation.
