The coalition wants Parliament to establish a joint inquiry into claims of extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, torture, abductions and other alleged abuses.
Francis Awino presented the petition on behalf of the group to the Speakers and Members of both the National Assembly and the Senate.
The petition relies on Article 119 of the Constitution, which allows citizens to petition Parliament on matters within its mandate.
Petition calls for parliamentary inquiry
The petitioners argue that Parliament has a constitutional duty to investigate matters involving governance, accountability and the protection of fundamental rights.
They state that Kenya has made democratic progress since adopting the 2010 Constitution.
However, they claim constitutional commissions, oversight bodies, parliamentary committees, civil society groups and international organisations continue to report concerns about alleged abuses.
The petition highlights claims of extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, torture, unlawful detention and excessive use of force by security agencies.
The petitioners also accuse authorities of delaying investigations and prosecutions involving alleged violations.
Families seek answers over missing persons
The petitioners say many families still do not know the whereabouts of their missing relatives.
They argue that unresolved cases have weakened public trust in institutions responsible for justice.
The group acknowledges the role security agencies play in protecting national security and maintaining public order.
However, they insist that officers must conduct all operations within the Constitution and existing laws.
They argue that strong oversight and accountability can improve public confidence in law enforcement.
Proposed measures by petitioners
The petitioners want Parliament to create a Joint Parliamentary Select Committee from both Houses.
They want the committee to conduct a detailed inquiry into the alleged violations.
The proposed committee would collect evidence from victims, affected families, constitutional commissions, oversight institutions, security agencies, civil society organisations, lawyers and members of the public.
The petitioners also want Parliament to review laws covering policing, arrests, detention, public order management, crowd control and the use of force.
Call for stronger oversight and accountability
The petition seeks stronger monitoring of institutions that investigate complaints against law enforcement officers.
The petitioners also want Parliament to receive regular updates on investigations and prosecutions.
They have proposed a national framework to support victims, protect witnesses and provide reparations where necessary.
The coalition argues that Parliament’s intervention will strengthen accountability systems and restore confidence in public institutions.
They maintain that stronger oversight will help ensure constitutional rights protect all Kenyans.
