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Sankok said the increasing incidents of violence at political gatherings were worrying as political parties and leaders begin positioning themselves for the 2027 General Election
Speaking on Radio Generation on Wednesday, Ojode said unemployed young people could be mobilised to cause violence during political activities, while inflammatory statements by rival groups could create an environment in which confrontation becomes normal
Maanzo argued that politicians should be able to campaign freely across the country without facing violence because of their political affiliations or the regions they visit
The Homa Bay visit is the latest stop in the Linda Mwananchi movement’s nationwide civic and political engagement campaign, which has taken Sifuna and other opposition figures to different parts of the country
CS Murkomen said the officers had acquired the skills needed to respond to modern security challenges, including violent extremism, organised criminal activities and threats that cut across Kenya's borders.
Speaking during a Sunday service at ACK St. Stephen's Chepkoilel in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, Murkomen said Kenya remains secure and blamed a section of politicians for attempting to create fear by making unverified claims about the country's security situation.
Speaking during a stakeholders' meeting held on Monday with security agencies at Okash Hotel in South C, local administrators and residents, the association said crime had become a growing concern despite recent improvements made by security agencies.
Speaking in Busia County on Sunday, the President said his administration would do everything possible to safeguard national unity and ensure that every Kenyan is free to participate in the democratic process without fear.
Speaking after a church service at St. Austin's Church in Westlands on Sunday, Sakaja said the officers would undergo intensive training tailored to Nairobi's unique security challenges as part of a broader effort to improve policing and public safety.
Matiang’i also used the occasion to present himself as a leader capable of tackling insecurity, saying political violence would not be tolerated if he were entrusted with the country's leadership after the 2027 General Election.
The announcement comes as the government faces mounting pressure to restore security following continued attacks by armed groups. In the past week alone, at least 20 villagers were killed by an armed gang in Zamfara State in north-western Nigeria, while 46 students were abducted from a school in Borno State in the north-east.
Murkomen said security agencies would not allow the formation of unlawful groups targeting government officials, electoral officials or ordinary citizens, adding that the country cannot afford to take national security lightly.