Protesters Block Eldoret-Nairobi Highway Over Alleged Abduction of Medical Officer Edward Kipchumba Terer
Tension gripped Megun area in Kapseret, Uasin Gishu County, as angry residents blocked the Eldoret-Nairobi Highway in protest over the alleged abduction of Medical Laboratory Technologist Edward Kipchumba Terer by security officers in Sambalat, Kerio Valley, on June 2, 2025.
Terer, who was stationed at a private clinic in Sambalat, reportedly disappeared under mysterious circumstances, with witnesses alleging that uniformed officers seized him without explanation. His family and community members say he has not been seen or heard from since.
Highway Blocked, Transport Paralyzed
The protest brought traffic to a standstill, as residents lit bonfires and placed roadblocks along the major highway, demanding immediate action from the government.
Calls for Government Action
The residents are now urging Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Inspector General of Police Kanja Kirocho to take immediate action to trace Terer’s whereabouts.
Ongoing Silence from Authorities
As of the time of publishing, no official response has been issued by the Kenya Police Service, nor have any investigations been publicly acknowledged regarding the alleged disappearance.
Conclusion
The case of Edward Kipchumba Terer adds to growing fears about enforced disappearances in Kenya, especially in areas affected by insecurity. The public is demanding transparency, and the government is now under pressure to address the concerns raised by the residents of Kapseret and beyond.
