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Filmmakers behind 'Blood Parliament' expose released after public uproar

The four filmamakers who were arrested in Nairobi on Friday, May 2, 2025. [Sourced]

Four filmmakers arrested in connection with the production of BBC's Blood Parliament documentary have been released on free bond, following public outcry.

Nicholas Wambugu, Brian Adagala, Chris Wamae, and Markdenver Karubiu were arrested on Friday at their studio in Karen, Nairobi, and later detained at Pangani and Muthaiga police stations. Their equipment is, however, still withheld.

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