Roselyn Akombe raises alarm over state-sponsored militias after Thika Road, Kisii incidents
By Mabonga Makhanu, July 4, 2026Former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) commissioner Roselyn Akombe has expressed concern over the security situation in the country, warning against what she described as the use of state-sponsored armed militias.
In a statement posted on her social media platforms on Saturday, July 4, 2026, Akombe said the events witnessed on Thika Road and in Kisii on Saturday should concern all Kenyans.
“The scenes on Thika Road and Kisii yesterday should alarm anyone who cares about our beloved country,” she said.
Akombe cautioned that allowing armed militias to operate could have far-reaching consequences, arguing that such groups have fuelled instability in other countries.
“State-sponsored armed militias are a dangerous path to choose,” she stated.
She cited groups such as Boko Haram, Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and Bwa Kale as examples of the dangers posed by armed militias.
“Boko Haram, RSF, and Bwa Kale are just a few examples of what happens when we let armed militias reign,” Akombe added.
Thika Road barricades
This comes after motorists and commuters using the Thika Superhighway experienced disruption after a group of suspected goons reportedly blocked the busy highway near the Pangani area.
Videos seen by People Daily Digital on Friday, July 3, 2026, showed a crowd gathered on sections of the road, with traffic slowing to a standstill as vehicles remained stranded on both sides of the highway.
According to a statement by the Motorists Association, the road remained blocked for about 15 minutes while police officers at the scene appeared to watch without immediately intervening.
This comes as the opposition leaders continue to argue that security forces and government-linked individuals are responsible for attacks witnessed at their events, accusing authorities of failing to take action against perpetrators.
Linda Mwanachi attack
A similar incident was witnessed in Keumbu, Kisii County, where leaders allied to the Linda Mwananchi movement were pelted with stones as they attempted to enter the town during their rally on Friday, July 3.
The convoy came under attack, with several vehicles damaged after unknown individuals hurled stones at them. The vehicle carrying former Chief Justice David Maraga was among those that bore the brunt of the attack as the driver struggled to navigate through the stone-pelting crowd before speeding away from the scene.