Boniface Mwangi’s wife, Njeri Mwangi, and his legal team have refuted allegations made by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) that the prominent activist was found in possession of ammunition and tear gas canisters during his arrest. Njeri, speaking outside Pangani Police Station, claimed the items were planted by the police in an attempt to fabricate evidence to support the terrorism charges against Mwangi.

She accused authorities of arriving at his office with a pre-determined plan to “recover” evidence that would link Mwangi to terrorism, highlighting the ongoing intimidation faced by the activist. “We saw it coming,” Njeri said. “This has been long-standing intimidation and we knew they would eventually come for Boniface.”

Njeri further confirmed that Mwangi is expected to face charges of terrorism and arson, in line with the arrests of other young individuals linked to the June 25 protests. Despite the accusations, she assured that her husband was in good spirits and that the police had treated him well at Pangani Police Station.

Mwangi’s lawyer, Njanja Maina, added that Mwangi had been taken to DCI headquarters to record a statement but was confirmed to be in good health. Maina stated, “We’ve seen him, and he’s okay.”

Activists, including Hussein Khalid and Nerima Wako, joined the family at the police station, condemning the arrest as politically motivated. They argued that the government is using terrorism laws to silence critics and activists who oppose its policies.

Mwangi’s arrest is linked to his alleged involvement in facilitating the June 25 protests, where authorities claim he played a key role in facilitating acts deemed as terrorism. His legal team has vowed to challenge the charges in court, asserting that Mwangi is being unjustly targeted for his activism.