The cartoonist, famous for his satirical drawings that criticize the government, revealed how he was taken by unknown individuals after a brief encounter with a suspicious woman.
Speaking to journalists, Kibet explained that the incident occurred after he had a meeting with Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah in December 2024.
“After our meeting, I boarded a Super Metro matatu heading to Kikuyu. Everything seemed normal until I alighted,” he began.
Kibet said the situation quickly turned alarming just five meters away from the matatu stage.
“A suspicious lady approached me and said something like, ‘Mko wapi?’
Before I could process what was happening, four masked men appeared out of nowhere,” he recounted.
The men reportedly grabbed Kibet, tore off his shirt, and used it to blindfold him.
“They tied my hands and shoved me into a vehicle. I couldn’t see where we were going,” he added.
According to his brother, Ronny Kiplagat, Kibet was bundled into the car and taken to an unknown location.
“I remember being called by someone who sounded frantic. They said Kibet had been abducted,” Ronny shared.
Kibet’s disappearance sparked widespread concern, especially among his fans and colleagues, who feared for his safety.
After being held for an undisclosed period, he was eventually released, though the motive for the abduction remains unclear.
When asked about his ordeal, Kibet admitted that he is still processing the events.
“It was terrifying. I didn’t know if I would ever see my family again,” he said, visibly shaken.
Kibet’s account has drawn attention to the growing threats faced by artists and activists in Kenya.
Many have expressed solidarity with him, calling for better protection for individuals who critique those in power.
Despite the trauma, Kibet remains defiant. “They can’t silence me. If anything, this has strengthened my resolve to speak up through my art,” he declared.
“This is not just about me,” Kibet concluded. “It’s about protecting the freedom of expression for everyone.”
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