Senate Speaker Amason Kingi has rejected Nyandarua Senator John Methu’s request for a special sitting to discuss the rise in abductions of government critics, citing procedural non-compliance.

In a letter dated January 7, Speaker Kingi explained, “I note that the request is anchored on Standing Order 33(1)… which provides that the Speaker may, on the request of the Senate Majority Leader or the Senate Minority Leader, and in each case with the support of at least fifteen Senators, appoint a day for a special sitting of the Senate.”

By virtue of this clause, Kingi noted that Senator Methu’s request for a special sitting had not met the requirements.

“From the foregoing. it is clear that your request does not meet the requirements set out in standing order 33(1) for the following reasons- A request for a special sitting should originate from the Senate Majority Leader or the Senate Minority Leader; and a request for a special sitting is to be supported by at least fifteen senators.”

Methu had written to Kingi on December 27, 2024 calling the abductions a critical national issue.

“These abductions infringe on fundamental human rights and freedoms enshrined in our Constitution, including the freedom of expression, association, and the right to life and security,” Methu stated.

The National Police Service denied involvement in the abductions, but activists argue they violate human rights laws and erode public trust in security agencies.