- Police officials threw tear gas to residents and supporters of the Democracy For Citizens, Cleophas Malala, during a political rally in Kakamega
- In the riots, Nyandarua senator John Metu hid after tear gas and shooting at his car, which led to his temporary disappearance
- Malala and local residents criticized the police, citing the Kenyan administration first using security forces for political fear
Democracy for Citizens, Cleophas Malala and Nyandarua senator John Metu were forced to seek asylum after police fired tear gas for protesters in Kakamega.
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Police officials from the Kakamega Central police station threw tear gas to residents of Kakamega city on May 24, while Malala addressing the crowd.
During the violence, Senator Metu was forced to hide after tear gas and bullets hit them in his car, causing his temporary disappearance.
Earlier, around 4am, police dispersed a gathering at the Amalemba Stadium where Malala was expected to speak with her supporters.
He was forced to ride a motorcycle, which helped him enter the city’s business hub.
A few minutes after entering the road, the police surrounded the Malala caravan and fired tear gas for his supporters.
Residents, led by Julie Nekesa, criticized the incident, saying everyone had the right to gather anywhere in the country.
“We want to tell these police that according to the Kenyan constitution, everyone has the right to gather, but to silence Malala supporters is illegal,” Nekesa said.
Did Malala reprimanded the police for firing tear gas?
Addressing residents, Cleophas Malala criticized the incident saying the police task was to protect Kenyan citizens, and he called on his supporters to remain silent.
As he continued to mobilize the new party, he promised to ensure the President William Ruto He serves only one term, despite threats from security forces.
“We will make sure Ruto is president of one term, even if he sends more police officers we will not remain silent while our people continue to be affected, this meeting was for my return as a new co -leader of the Democracy for Citizens,” Malala said.
Malala rebuked the violence that took place at his meeting, urging police officers to comply with their constitutional responsibilities and not be used in the political interests and administration Kenya first.
“I rebuke the violence shown by the police to us, we as a nation need peace, but the police are involved in firing tear gas to us, some have even shot our cars,” Malala cried.
The day was in the market in Kakamega, several businesses were closed as police dispersed the crowd by firing tear gas.
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Shooting was shot at the launch of Gaida DCP
The DCP party, born of the former vice president Rigathi Gachaguahas been challenged since its inception.
On Thursday, May 15, chaos occurred during the inauguration of the Lavington, Nairobi, when terrorists allegedly entered the meeting.
Initially, Gachagua and senior party leaders attended and talked with supporters, explaining the vision of the DCP aimed at justice, public service, and empowering low -level citizens.
However, the situation worsened after the formal activity ended, the sudden intervention sparked chaos, forcing leaders and participants to seek security as the nuisance and controversy occurred on the field.
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