Linda Mwananchi will not be allowed in the Nairobi CBD; Police
Nairobi police have barred the Linda Mwananchi movement from holding a rally in the Central Business District (CBD) on Sunday
Nairobi police have barred the Linda Mwananchi movement from holding a rally in the Central Business District (CBD) on Sunday, warning leaders associated with the group against inciting violence.
Nairobi Regional Police Commander Issa Mohamud said police had received notification of the planned rally, which is expected to culminate at Jacaranda Grounds, through Embakasi East MP Babu Owino.
However, Mohamud maintained that the CBD would remain off-limits, warning that police would not allow the capital to descend into chaos.
“The CBD is a critical national, commercial and public space, particularly on Saturday and Sunday. Don’t even try; we will deal with you,” Mohamud said.
The Nairobi police boss further warned leaders affiliated with the Linda Mwananchi movement against making inflammatory remarks or inciting violence ahead of the planned rally, saying those found breaking the law would face the full force of the law.
Late General Ogolla’s Daughter Lorna appointed to National Cybersecurity Agency Board
Bullets fired as chaos disrupts Kalonzo-led opposition rally in Garissa
Gachagua reveals details of his phone call with Babu Owino
Kindiki should retain Deputy President position in 2027; Mudavadi says
Things would have been worse if Raila left us in opposition – Mbadi
‘They’re fools calling themselves cousins’ – Ruto hits out at the opposition
He said both uniformed and plain-clothes police officers would be deployed within the CBD and along routes leading to the rally venue to maintain order and manage traffic.
The warning comes as the Linda Mwananchi movement prepares to take its mobilisation campaign to Nairobi on Sunday through what Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has dubbed the “Mwananchi Tour – Kanairo Edition.”
According to the itinerary shared by Owino, the tour is set to begin at All Saints Cathedral after the church service before proceeding to Marikiti and Gikomba markets, and later Burma Market.
The group is also expected to make stops at Stage 17, B Centre and Manyanja before proceeding along Jogoo Road. The tour is expected to culminate at Jacaranda Grounds.
Police have urged organisers and supporters of the movement to maintain peace and adhere to the law during the planned activities.
Ruto has approached Sifuna and Matiang’i; Gachagua
Outrage as Hassan Omar suggests using dead voters’ fingerprints to vote for Ruto
Kindiki breaks silence on violence at UDA meeting in Embu
City lawyer awarded Ksh.114,616 after dry cleaner damaged his suit
Tribunal nullifies Moitalel Ole Kenta’s appointment as Jubilee Secretary-General
