Thursday, July 18, 2024 - The National Police Service has banned demonstrations in Nairobi over what it has described as wanton loss of lives and properties.
Since the Gen Z demonstrations began one month ago, dozens
of people have been killed by police, and properties worth billions have been
destroyed by state-sponsored goons.
Acting police spokesman Douglas Kanja, in a statement
released Wednesday night, noted that police had received information about a
plot by criminal elements to continue causing destruction during the protests,
including one reportedly planned for Thursday, July 18, 2024.
He added that since the leadership of the youthful
protesters is unknown, the police are unable to ensure their security and have
therefore decided to impose the ban.
“In keeping with our
Constitutional role and in the interest of national security, we wish to inform
the public that we have credible intelligence that organized criminal groups
are planning to take advantage of the ongoing pretests to execute their attacks
including looting,” Kanja said.
“Acting on this information and
in accordance with international security standards for public assemblies,
which require a designated leader to coordinate, collaborate and cooperate with
police for peaceful demonstrations, the lack of designated leadership in
previous demonstrations has made it difficult to enforce safety
protocols."
He added: "As a result, no
demonstrations will be permitted in the Nairobi Central Business District and
its surroundings until further notice to ensure public safety.”
The Kenyan DAILY POST
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