The DCI shall continue to execute its mandate as prescribed by law.
In a press release, The directorate of criminal investigations stated that they are warning anyone using their social media platforms, to incite any type of violence, in Tomorrow’s demonstration.
They stated,”The attention of the DCI has been drawn to misinformation and incitement to violence through the abuse of social media platforms, under the veil of freedom of expression. Regrettably, this has caused fear and panic among peace-loving Kenyans. Whereas the freedom of expression is guaranteed in our constitution, its enjoyment should not be used as a tool to promote and justify mayhem and lawlessness.
“In this regard, the DCI wishes to advise that online incitement to violence falls out of the spectrum of constitutional protection and is criminal as per Sections 22 and 23 of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act of 2018.The DCI shall continue to execute its mandate as prescribed by law, and will process any law breakers for prosecution without fear, favour or ill will. We further commend all law-abiding Kenyans who have been supporting us is our quest for a peaceful society by abiding to the tenets of law and order,” they added.
Their statement came moments after the Inspector General of national police service, Japheth Koome,warned anyone who is planning to cause mayhem tomorrow.
NPS stated,” While article 37 of the constitution gives right to assemble, demonstrate and picket, lessons from recent similar demonstrations that left trails of destruction of property, injuries and loss of lives, clearly indicate that such demonstration are nothing but a threat to National security.”
” In line with NPS mandate to maintain law and order, protect life and property; and preserve peace, we wish to inform the public that any demonstrations that will be held in any part of Kenya on Wednesday July 19, 2023, will be dealt with promptly in accordance to the law.”
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