The police have declared planned demos tomorrow, June 25th illegal saying they have not received a notice from organizers of the protests.
Nairobi Police Commandant Issa Mahmud has said police will crack down on criminal elements trying to disrupt peace tomorrow.
“We have not received any notice from any quarters in any police station in Nairobi and its Environs.” Mahmud has said.
Mahmoud has said police in the capital city and neighboring counties are alert to avert illegal protests.
“We are not aware of anything; there is no need to violate the rights of others. “ Mahmud has added.
The police chief has stressed the commitment of Kenya police service to maintaining peace and protecting property.
“ We are committed to our duty, it is our mandate to protect lives and property.” He has said.
Security agencies in Central Kenya have equally warned against protests in the five counties of Muranga, Kiambu, Nyandarua, Nyeri and Muranga.
The regions security committee led by regional coordinator Joshua Nkatha has said the police will not allow distraction of property and barricading of roads.
“We know this region thrives on business, we do not expect any one to interfere with commercial activities in Central Kenya.” Nkatha has said.
The protests have been called for to commemorate and remember Kenyans killed during June 25th protests in 2024.
Officials figures indicate that over 60 people were killed during the mega demos that led to the invasion of Parliament Buildings.
