IG Kanja Orders An Investigation Into The Incident That Threatened William Ruto’s Safety At The Wajir Event

• A citizen rushed to President William Ruto during the NYOTA business capital release in Wajir, but was quickly arrested by security guards
• Inspector General Douglas Kanja stressed that the security of the President was never compromised and praised the professionalism of the security team
• Kanja has formed a special team to investigate procedural irregularities, instructing them to complete the investigation within three days

Inspector General Douglas Kanja has authorized an investigation into the incident where a citizen accused the President William Ruto when he was leading the issuance of NYOTA business capital in Wajir.

On Thursday, February 13, the head of state met with Wajir leaders and youth, to whom he left KSh 63 million for commercial projects.

How the guy jumped on Ruto’s platform

While Ruto was addressing them, a man came out of the audience and ran towards him, while the hawk-eyed presidential security officers quickly stopped him before he could contact the head of state.

The incident shocked Ruto who was not sure, who was surprised and later asked the security officers to let the man talk to him later.

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Speaking on the issue, Kanja reiterated that the incident, in any case, did not endanger the safety of the head of state.

“NPS wants to say unequivocally that at no time was the security of the Honorable President, other prominent people, or the public compromised. The President’s Security Team and other officers present acted professionally and quickly to reduce the situation and restore order,” he said.

What action did IG Kanja take after a man jumped on Ruto’s platform?

Kanja established a special team to investigate the circumstances of the offense that caused the man to enter the stage.

He directed the team to complete the investigation within three days.

“The person involved was quickly arrested, and the incident continued without further interruption. The Inspector General of Police, Mr. Douglas Kanja, has formed a team to investigate the matter within three days, to identify any procedural gaps that may have contributed to this violation, and to take immediate corrective measures. The National Police Service wants to assure the public that it remains steadfast in its commitment to serve and protect,” he said.

This will not be the first time that the president’s security has been breached.

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The day Ruto was attacked by throwing a shoe at him

Early last year, an incident was reported in Kuria West, Migori County, where a shoe was thrown at Ruto during a public speech, and his head was completely lost.

The head of state, while addressing a meeting in Kehancha about reducing the cost of agricultural inputs, had to stop for a while after something was thrown towards the stage, appearing shocked as security officers rushed inside to protect the area.

The shocking incident, captured on video, interrupted his speech as officials intervened. After that, police arrested three suspects linked to what they called “reckless and deplorable behavior.”

Authorities suspected that the incident may have been politically motivated and possibly planned before the President’s visit.

According to an official, the suspects are believed to be related to two opposition MPs from the area.

He added that the investigation is still ongoing and more arrests are expected.

Despite the arrest, Ruto ordered that those arrested at the scene be released.

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