President William Ruto addressing senior security officers from regions, county and national government at State House Nairobi. Photo: William Ruto X.
President William Ruto has reinforced his support for the men and women in uniform again, stating that they have his full support while they exercise their duty.
Speaking at State House Nairobi where he hosted Regional, County and National Administration officers, Ruto emphasized that the police must be protected against criminals, condemning the attacks witnessed on June, Wednesday 25, during the anniversary of Gen Zs who died during the 2024 Anti-Finance Bill.
The head of state expressing his disappointment on the seemingly increasing trend of police being attacked by protesters, stating that the dangerous trend must stop, as it jeopardizes their morale to protect the nation, and maintain peace.
“The criminals that attacked our officers and destroyed property in the Wednesday mayhem will be held to account. We will stand by every man and woman in uniform, and protect them, as they discharge their duties. That is how we will have a more secure and stable Kenya where meaningful development occurs,” Ruto said.
His remarks coming after controversial remarks made by CS Kipchumba Murkomen, giving the police the directive to shoot and kill to anyone who attacks them. Arguing that the officers are not given guns as toys.
Their support of the police sparking debate on the disregard of the rule of law according to Law Society of Kenya (LSK), which condemned Murkomen’s directive as a dangerous directive.
Ruto further said that the protesters who assaulted the officers during protests will be held accountable, for not only attacking the police, but massive destruction of both government properties and Common Mwananchi witnessed in various parts of the country on Wednesday.
“We cannot have a country where criminals run after our policemen. If a policeman’s life is in danger, then, how can our families be safe? This trend must change,” he further stated.
On Friday during a televised interview, former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua asked the government to stop using excessive force on unarmed protesters, a move to intimidate and suppress the voice of the youths.
