Maverick Aoko Arrested? Kenyans React To Reports DCI Picked Influencer From Her Home

• Social media enthusiast Maverick Aoko was arrested at her home in the capital on Friday, August 16
• She was first taken to the Directorate of Criminal Investigation headquarters in Kiambu for questioning before being moved to the Muthaiga police station
• Her arrest sparked an online uproar, with some netizens questioning the reasons behind the influencer’s detention

Reports of the arrest of prominent social media influencer and blogger Maverick have prompted reactions from Kenyans, with many demanding her release.

Why was Aoko arrested?

Aoko was allegedly arrested at her home in Nairobi on Friday, August 16, and was subsequently taken to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations headquarters along Kiambu road for questioning.

Aoko was then subsequently taken to the Muthaiga police station while awaiting her arraignment in court.

Her lawyer said she was arrested following multiple complaints to the police about posts made by the social media enthusiast.

The lawyer did not provide details on the specific posts that led to her arrest.

This prompted netizens to take to social media to pressure authorities using the hashtag #FreeAoko, which is trending on X (formerly Twitter).

How did Kenyans react?

Following news of her arrest, Kenyans online expressed surprise, with many questioning the reasons behind it and some calling for her release.

Omwamba:

"Why was Maverick Aoko Arrested?"

Sheriff:

"Why is that?"

Mbu heshima:

"I don't understand"

Chuka Comrade:

"They should give a clear reason."

Denice Wafula:

"Aoko should be released."

Brain Stuff:

"Please free Aoko."

Toreto:

"I need that girl back here."

LSK chief of staff, wife arrested

Earlier, during the anti-Finance Bill protests, government authorities detained multiple activists and demonstrators.

Ernest Nyerere, the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) chief of Staff, and his wife were arrested.

The latest incident occurred on Tuesday, June 25, at 5 am, involving eight individuals believed to be police officers.

LSK president Faith Odhiambo was actively advocating for the release of Kenyans detained, assaulted, or abducted during anti-finance bill protests through her X account.

She denounced the abductions and urged the public to remain vigilant while demanding the safe return of the missing protesters at that time.

Proofreading by Asher Omondi, current affairs journalist and copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.

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