A BBC documentary has shed light on the events of the June 25 protests in Kenya, which resulted in numerous deaths and serious injuries.
Among the key figures highlighted in the exposé is Allans Ademba, a little-known photojournalist and fourth-year student at Mount Kenya University, pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Journalism.
Ademba was on the frontline of the protests, not only documenting the events but also participating in them.
What did Allans Ademba tell BBC?
In an emotional recount, Ademba shared the harrowing experience of witnessing a protester being killed right beside him. He described the chaotic demonstrations saying:
“On June 25, for me, it was just a normal day. I knew people would be there chanting #RutoMustGo and the mainstream media busy airing the events that unfolded. As the numbers grew, police began pushing people back, and citizens confronted them while questioning arrests. Then they decided to shoot.
It was terrible. There was actual psychological torture after seeing blood all over the ground at Parliament. I wouldn’t wish that on anyone. We have a generation that will do anything for what they believe in. If you believe in something, just fight for it,” he said.
Photos of him enduring pressure from alleged law enforcement officers have also surfaced, highlighting the personal cost of his commitment to documenting the protests.
Kenyans praise Allans Ademba’s bravery
Ademba’s bravery has earned him widespread praise across Kenya, with many referring to him as a silent hero.
@BernardKavuli
“My friend, coursemate, classmate and campusmate Allans Ademba was arrested on December 24 while fighting for our release. He has been featured on the BBC documentary, Blood Parliament as a frontline. A true patriot this one!”
@okayojoshua
“Ademba Allans is not only courageous but also consistent. He believes in the clamour for a better Kenya, and he won’t stop at anything.
Apart from the great effort he made as seen in the documentary, he was also at the forefront to fight against abductions. On December 24, 2024, he was even arrested together with some of us, including Senator Okiya Okoiti, and spent in the cell defending a just cause. Even then, he was still solid. @Ademba_47, have your flowers. There’s more for us to do to liberate our country. At the end of it all, your name should be engraved somewhere. Kudos comrade.”
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@Alvin_Kanindo
“Ademba showed incredible bravery, saving lives while gunfire was happening. You are truly a hero!”
@BeingXam
“I thought I had healed, the memory is still fresh. What an investigative production from @BBCAfrica also hats off to Allan Ademba, a hero in my book.”
@BrianChiwax
“Ademba Allans is a true patriot. His courage is extraordinary. He should be the voice of Gen Z. He is a real leader!”
@BigBonnnn
“Watching how Ademba Allans was moving on June 25, I really have to say the guy is my hero and he should be recognised nationally.”
@WillieOeba
“Receive your flowers, young King. The strength of a movement is in the depth of their stories. Not all heroes are loud, some just get the work done. Mad respect Allans Ademba.”
