Police assure security ahead of June 25 commemorative demonstrations

Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat says adequate security measures have been put in place ahead of the June 25th commemorative demonstrations honouring victims of the 2024 and 2025 anti-government protests. The police D.I.G has warned that while peaceful assembly will be protected, any acts of violence, vandalism or disruption of public order will be dealt with decisively. He at the same time warned criminal gangs, saying security agencies have intensified countrywide operations to flush them out. He was speaking in Mombasa during the launch of an empowerment programme for 25 youth from low-income households. Lagat assured the public that security agencies remain alert to maintain peace and order during the planned demonstrations.