National Police Dismiss Reports of Authorising Today's Anti-Finance Bill protests.
The national Police Service (NPS) has dismissed claims that the inspector General of Police Japhet Koome has authorised peaceful protests scheduled for Thursday in Nairobi County. In response to a viral letter making rounds on social media, NPS flagged the letter as fake. Further, the police urged Kenyans to disregard the letter as it did not emanate from them. In the viral post, it was purported that protestors from the "Occupy Parliament" movement were allowed to march as long as they did not obstruct business within the city. Additionally, the post alleged that the march was authorized as long as it took place between 12pm to 5pm. The post also possessed the signature of the IG. Moreover, the letter drafted stated that the police would revoke the permit issued if the protesters engaged in any form of violence, vandalism, or unlawful activity. Further, the organising committee had been tasked to coordinate with the police department to facilitate a smooth and orderly demons...
