Isiolo County, Kenya| As families across Kenya gather to celebrate the festive season, one household in Isiolo is shrouded in grief and uncertainty.
The mysterious disappearance of 37-year-old Guyo Lubo, a father of four from Bulesa in Merti Sub-County, has plunged his loved ones into despair and sparked outrage among residents over rising cases of alleged abductions in the region.
Guyo Lubo was reportedly seized in broad daylight on Friday, December 19, 2025, outside Merti Hotel in Isiolo town’s central business district, near Kinna Stage.
Eyewitnesses describe a harrowing scene: unknown individuals violently bundled him into a waiting vehicle while he struggled, with his legs reportedly dangling outside as the car sped away. Despite frantic searches by family and friends, his whereabouts remain unknown more than a week later.
The incident has been formally reported to Isiolo Police Station and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), but progress appears slow, fueling frustration among locals.
A Life in Peril: Urgent Health Concerns Amplify Family’s Distress
Adding to the family’s anguish is Guyo’s critical medical condition. He recently underwent brain surgery to remove a tumor and requires daily medication to survive.
His wife, Tume Jillo Waqo, has voiced grave fears for his life, emphasizing that every passing hour without his medication puts him at severe risk.
“His life hangs in the balance,” a family spokesperson told reporters. “We are begging the authorities to act swiftly – if he is being held, produce him in court immediately.”
Residents of Chari Ward, where Guyo has strong community ties, have echoed these pleas, questioning whether the abduction was carried out by state agents or private individuals.
They insist on transparent investigations and, if detained lawfully, demand his immediate appearance before a court of law.
Growing Alarm Over Security in Isiolo: A Pattern of Enforced Disappearances?
The case has reignited concerns about a perceived surge in abductions and enforced disappearances in Isiolo County and northern Kenya.
Locals claim such incidents have become alarmingly frequent, eroding trust in security agencies and raising questions about accountability.
Community leaders and residents are calling on local politicians, civil society organizations, and human rights groups – including the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) – to intervene.
They demand thorough probes, protection of fundamental rights, and an end to what they describe as a “worrying pattern” of insecurity.
“Where is Guyo Lubo?” has become a rallying cry, with families and supporters urging the government to provide answers and ensure justice.
Calls for Action Amid Festive Heartbreak
As Christmas passes without resolution, Guyo’s family faces an unimaginable holiday season. Friends and neighbors in Chari Ward continue to mobilize, pressing the DCI for updates and appealing to higher authorities for intervention.
Human rights advocates remind that enforced disappearances violate Kenya’s Constitution and international obligations. If Guyo is in custody, legal experts stress he must be charged or released without delay.
Authorities have yet to issue a detailed public statement on the case, but pressure is mounting for swift action to locate him and hold perpetrators accountable.
This developing story highlights broader challenges in Kenya’s security landscape, particularly in marginalized regions like Isiolo.
The nation watches as one family’s nightmare underscores the urgent need for transparency, justice, and protection of citizens’ rights.
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