WAJIR, KENYA – A cloud of fear and uncertainty has gripped the town of Wajir as the family of Hussein Abdirahman Mohamed, the manager of Huduma Centre Wajir, continues to search for him—five days after his mysterious disappearance.
Hussein, a respected civil servant known for his integrity and dedication to service delivery, vanished without a trace after reportedly leaving home for work earlier in the week. His phone has remained off, and there has been no communication or clue about his whereabouts.
FAMILY PLEADS FOR HIS SAFE RETURN
In an emotional press briefing held on Saturday, Hussein’s relative Sheikh Abdiwahab Osman described the incident as “highly unusual and deeply distressing” for the family.
“We stand before the country with broken hearts. Hussein left for work and never came back. This is unlike him. His silence is deafening, and our worry grows by the hour,” said Sheikh Osman.
Calling Hussein a peace-loving man, father, and husband, Sheikh Osman appealed to any individuals who may have abducted him to release him safely.
COMMUNITY AND LEADERS DEMAND ACTION
Local leaders have joined the family in calling on national security agencies to take urgent and coordinated action.
Wagberi MCA Aden Abdi Bulle emphasized the gravity of the matter, highlighting that Hussein held a strategic public service position and that his disappearance should be treated as a matter of national concern.
“This isn’t just any citizen — this is a government officer in charge of one of the most critical public service centers. We need action now from the DCI, NIS, and every relevant agency,” said Bulle.
POLICE REPORT FILED, BUT NO BREAKTHROUGHS YET
A missing person’s report has already been filed with Wajir police, but no progress has been reported in locating Hussein. As days pass, concern grows not only for his safety but also about the rising insecurity in the region, particularly targeting public servants.
The silence from authorities has sparked outrage on social media, with Kenyans demanding transparency and rapid updates from investigative agencies.
CALL FOR PUBLIC VIGILANCE AND SUPPORT
The Mohamed family is urging anyone with information related to Hussein’s whereabouts to come forward and help bring their loved one home.
“Even the smallest tip could help. We are clinging to hope that he is alive and will be returned to us safely,” Sheikh Osman said.
As the Huduma Centre in Wajir remains without its manager, questions loom over whether Hussein’s disappearance was politically motivated, a targeted abduction, or a random act of violence.
The community, still reeling from the shock, hopes that justice will be served — and that Hussein Abdirahman Mohamed will walk through his door once more.
