Nelson Ambia, a 30‑year‑old man from Naivasha, was brought before a Nairobi magistrate on October 21 after being linked to the killing of his girlfriend, Feruz Hussein, and the distribution of a video showing her lifeless body to her family. The court session was marked by Ambia repeatedly gesturing at the relatives present while uttering words that could not be heard by the recorder.
**What are the key facts of the case?**
- The couple lived together in a rented flat in Sunton, Kasarani, before the incident.
- Investigators say a dispute on September 30 preceded Hussein’s death.
- Police allege Ambia strangled Hussein, filmed her on a bed, and sent the clip to her brother, sister and mother.
- The video includes a man's voice saying, “*Pumzika Kwa Amani*,” a Swahili phrase meaning “Rest in peace.”
- Hussein’s brother reported the footage to authorities, leading officers to the residence where they found the body.
The body was taken to the Kenyatta University Funeral Home for preservation and later examined. An autopsy report dated October 15 confirmed strangulation as the cause of death. The investigation officer’s affidavit noted that the forensic pathologist observed bruising around the neck consistent with manual compression.
**Why was Ambia arrested?**
After a police manhunt, Ambia was apprehended on October 20 at a hideout in Naivasha, Nakuru County. He now faces murder charges under Sections 203 and 204 of [Kenya's Penal Code](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Penal_Code_(Kenya)), which prescribe penalties for unlawful killing and the concealment of a corpse. The prosecution has yet to file a formal indictment, and the case will proceed to trial.
**What does the court hearing reveal?**
During the hearing, Ambia appeared visibly agitated, making hand signs toward Hussein’s relatives while muttering incomprehensible words. The magistrate ordered that the video evidence be entered into the record and instructed the defense to submit a formal plea within the statutory period.
The case underscores the challenges Kenyan law enforcement faces in handling violent domestic crimes, especially those involving digital evidence. Authorities continue to urge the public to report suspicious media promptly, as the brother’s quick action was pivotal in locating the victim’s body.
*The investigation remains ongoing, and further updates will be provided as the trial progresses.*