Activist Bob Njagi arrested over alleged protest incitement in Kitengela

Activist Bob Njagi has been arrested by police in Kajiado County over allegations of planning and inciting protests scheduled for Thursday in Kitengela town. Kajiado County Police Commander Alex Shikondi confirmed Njagi’s arrest early Wednesday in Kitengela. The activist is currently being held at an undisclosed police station. According to Commander Shikondi, the arrest followed the circulation of a video on social media allegedly showing Njagi urging youth to take part in Thursday’s protests. Police say the alleged incitement could lead to youth turning out and causing destruction of property in Kitengela town.