KDF Mobilises at Nyayo Stadium As Security beefed up at JKIA emergency gate and its environs ahead of planned ‘OccupyJKIA’ protests

KDF Mobilises at Nyayo Stadium As Security beefed up at JKIA emergency gate and its environs ahead of planned ‘OccupyJKIA’ protests.

KDF Mobilises at Nyayo Stadium: The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) have been spotted at Nyayo Stadium, maintaining their vigilance ahead of the planned protests.

However, During last Tuesday’s demonstrations, KDF units stationed at Nyayo Stadium did not venture beyond the Central Business District. Conversely, in Kisumu, troops were positioned outside the State Lodge.

Since their deployment, the KDF has patrolled Nairobi only once, encountering protestors along Moi Avenue. The current mobilisation at Nyayo Stadium signals a continued high alert and readiness to respond to any unrest.

Yesterday, The Acting inspector general of police warned protestors against protesting near restricted such as Airports.

“The National Police Service reiterates its commitment to Article 37, and its mandate to ensure public safety and national security. In light of the demonstrations planned for July 23, 2024, it is critical to firmly remind the public of the legal boundaries that govern access to protected areas,”

“The Protected Areas Act Cap 204 Laws of Kenya prevents the entry of unauthorized persons into areas which have been declared to be protected areas. Protected Areas Order as clarified under its Legal Notice No. 9 of 2011, Second Schedule, include LPG Plant, the Bitumen Plant and Petroleum depots situated at the Embakasi Aviation Depot (JKIA),”

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