A report shared by Tuko has exposed shocking details about the abduction of Wajir’s Dela Ward MCA, Ahmed Yussuf Hussein, linking the incident to Governor Ahmed Abdullahi Mohamed. The governor is now at the center of a political storm, with growing calls for accountability.
MCA vanishes after clashing with Governor on budget
Yussuf disappeared on September 13, 2024, in Nairobi. He had been vocal in opposing the Wajir County 2024/2025 budget and was scheduled to meet the governor just days later. He believes his disappearance was not a coincidence.
Yussuf claims he was targeted for standing against corrupt budget allocations that didn’t benefit the people. According to Tuko, Yussuf said, “I was silenced because I stood in the way of theft.” This statement paints a grim picture of Wajir’s political climate under Governor Ahmed Abdullahi.
The MCA was missing for almost six months, only to resurface on March 8, 2025, after public pressure and national outrage.
Held like a criminal, released like a ghost
Details of the MCA’s captivity are disturbing. Yussuf says he was held incommunicado for 177 days, locked up with other victims including the well-known “Kitengela Three.” He described hearing other detainees being tortured and believes his captors wanted to break him mentally.
At one point, false reports claimed his body had been found in Lake Yahud, sparking panic and grief before DNA tests disproved it. He was finally dumped in Nairobi’s Pangani area, barely able to walk, and was rushed to hospital. His family, who had been in the dark the whole time, welcomed him back with tears and celebration.
Governor Abdullahi denies, but doubts remain
Governor Ahmed Abdullahi has denied any involvement. He told Tuko that the claims were “false and politically motivated,” suggesting they were part of a smear campaign ahead of the 2027 elections.
But many Kenyans are not convinced. The governor’s argument that nine other MCAs opposed the budget yet were untouched fails to explain why Yussuf alone was targeted. His attempt to shift blame to the national government also feels like an evasion rather than a proper defense.
Law Society and leaders condemn the abduction
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK), through President Faith Odhiambo, condemned the incident and demanded answers. Eldas MP Adan Keynan also joined the calls for investigations.
Meanwhile, Yussuf’s family has sued the Inspector-General of Police for failing to protect the MCA or provide updates during his disappearance. The silence from security agencies, the prolonged detention, and the dramatic release all raise serious questions about who had the power and motive to make an elected leader disappear for nearly half a year.
Is Wajir becoming a political trap zone?
Yussuf’s case adds to a worrying trend in Kenyan politics where disagreement with powerful leaders can lead to disappearances. The synchronized release of other detainees suggests coordination beyond rogue criminals.
The fear now is that Wajir County has turned into a danger zone for leaders who dare to speak against corruption and misuse of funds. As things stand, Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi Mohamed remains on the limelight . The people of Wajir, and Kenyans at large, want justice. The question that remains is, who is protecting the abductors, and why hasn’t anyone been arrested?
Unless a transparent investigation is done, the governor’s name will continue to be tied to one of the darkest political scandals in recent county history. The public is watching. The pressure is mounting. And the truth is long overdue.
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