🎤 Justice Served! Collins Shitiabayi’s Attacker Caught – A Win for Press Freedom! ⚖️🚔

 

🎬 When Reporting the Truth Becomes a Crime!

Journalism is meant to be the fourth estate, the watchdog that keeps power in check. But what happens when the watchdog is attacked for simply doing its job? That’s exactly what happened to journalist Collins Shitiabayi,

who was viciously assaulted while covering a story on fertilizer shortages at the National Cereals and Produce Board (NCPB) in Kitale.

Instead of receiving answers, he was met with fists and threats! 😡💥 A group of hired goons, allegedly led by Edwin Kipchumba, descended on him, damaging his phone and attempting to silence his voice. But the truth cannot be beaten down, and now, in a stunning turn of events, the suspect behind the attack has been caught! 🚔⚖️

🛑 The Growing Danger for Kenyan Journalists

Collins' case is not an isolated incident. Kenyan journalists have, for years, faced intimidation, violence, and even death for exposing corruption, injustice, and dirty dealings.

🚨 Remember the brutal attack on Nation Media Group’s cameraman at Kasarani Stadium in 2023? He was covering the chaos surrounding the controversial elections of the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) when rowdy youths assaulted him and damaged his equipment. To this day, no one has been held accountable.

🚨 Think back to 2018, when Citizen TV journalist Jacque Maribe faced threats after covering sensitive political stories. Though she was not physically attacked, the pressure and intimidation forced her to step back from active journalism for a while.

🚨 And how can we forget the chilling murder of investigative journalist Mohamed Mohamud “Kassim” in 2015? The Somali-based Kenyan journalist was assassinated in cold blood after exposing dangerous criminal networks.

These cases paint a grim picture—a reality where journalists are constantly looking over their shoulders instead of focusing on their work. If we allow this trend to continue, Kenya’s democracy is at risk! 🗳️

🚔 The Arrest – A Rare Win for Justice!

With the suspect behind Collins’ attack now in police custody, this marks a rare victory in the fight against press intimidation. But the question remains: Will he face the full force of the law? Or will this case be swept under the rug like many others before it?

Kenyans are watching. The world is watching. Justice must be served! This is not just about Collins; it’s about every journalist who risks their life to bring us the truth.

📢 No Journalist Should Have to Choose Between the Truth and Their Safety!

At TAARIFA TV, we stand with Collins Shitiabayi and all brave journalists who put their lives on the line for the sake of transparency.

The government, media houses, and the public must unite to ensure:

✅ Stronger laws to protect journalists 🏛️

✅ Harsh penalties for attackers ⚖️

✅ Better security for reporters in the field 🚔

✅ More awareness on press freedom 📡

💬 What’s Your Take?

Should the attackers face maximum punishment to set an example? Or do you think Kenya is failing to protect its journalists? Drop your thoughts below! ⬇️🔥

📡 Stay tuned to TAARIFA TV for more updates! 📰