The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) president Charles Kanjama and former president Faith Odhiambo have demanded urgent investigations into the reported abduction and disappearance of advocate Abshir Ahmedsadak Abdi, calling on security agencies to establish his whereabouts and ensure his safe return.
Abdi, an advocate with Abshir & Njagi Advocates, was reportedly abducted on November 2, 2026, along Muchai Road, off Ngong Road in Nairobi. His whereabouts remain unknown, raising concerns within the legal fraternity over the safety of lawyers and the protection of individuals involved in criminal proceedings.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, November 4, LSK strongly condemned the incident, expressing concern over reports that the individuals involved in the alleged abduction were armed, with some reportedly dressed in police uniforms.
The society also raised concerns that Abdi's disappearance could be linked to his involvement in a criminal case before the Makadara Law Courts, where he is reportedly a complainant and key witness.
LSK said allegations of threats and intimidation surrounding the matter warranted urgent, independent and impartial investigations.
The society called on the National Police Service, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) to immediately establish Abdi's whereabouts and facilitate his safe return.
It further demanded that all individuals found responsible for his disappearance be held accountable, insisting that advocates should be able to perform their professional duties without intimidation or threats to their safety.
LSK President Charles Kanjama also weighed in on the matter, directly challenging DCI Director Mohamed Amin to take responsibility for investigating the alleged abduction.
In a post on X, Kanjama said Amin had a constitutional obligation to investigate the allegations and ensure those behind Abdi's disappearance are brought to justice.
"Mr Mohamed Amin cannot continue denying these allegations. As head of DCI, you have a constitutional duty to investigate and bring abductors of Advocate Abshir to book. Produce Advocate Abshir!" Kanjama stated.
Former LSK President Faith Odhiambo also expressed concern over the incident, demanding immediate action from the Inspector-General of Police and the DCI to locate the missing advocate.
Odhiambo said establishing Abdi's whereabouts and ensuring his safety should be the authorities' immediate priority, adding that his family and colleagues should not be left pleading for answers.
She further challenged security agencies to investigate those responsible and guarantee his safe return.
"If he is in state custody, the authorities must disclose where he is held and the lawful basis for his detention. Silence is not an acceptable response," Odhiambo stated.
She emphasised that protecting advocates was a responsibility the State must fulfil, arguing that access to justice cannot be guaranteed when those entrusted with advancing it are exposed to threats and intimidation.
Odhiambo also called on DCI Director Mohamed Amin to investigate the allegations and ensure those responsible are brought to book.
The incident has renewed concerns about the protection of lawyers and witnesses in Kenya, with the legal fraternity demanding transparency, accountability and urgent action from security agencies.
