Thursday, June 5, 2025 - Former Trans-Nzoia MCA, Benard Lenana, has been arrested following the release of a viral protest song sharply criticizing President William Ruto and other senior Government officials.
The controversial track, which has been widely shared on
social media, highlights issues such as corruption, broken campaign promises,
and the rising cost of living.
In the song, Lenana directly names political leaders and
questions the unfulfilled pledges made during the 2022 General Elections.
Police confirmed his arrest, citing incitement and
dissemination of content likely to provoke public disorder.
Authorities allege that the song poses a threat to national
stability by potentially fueling unrest.
Lenana, a vocal Government critic, said he composed the song
to express the frustrations of ordinary Kenyans.
His arrest has drawn backlash from human rights
organizations and fellow artists, who view it as a growing assault on freedom
of expression.
In a statement, the Kenya Human Rights Commission condemned
the arrest, calling it part of a broader trend aimed at silencing dissent.
The commission warned that such actions undermine democracy
and the constitutional right to free speech.
The Song that has landed him in problem pic.twitter.com/lvCqiAM0qS
— The Nairobi Times (@TheNairobiTimez) June 4, 2025
The Kenyan DAILY POST
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