- Interior Minister Kipchumba Murkomen has warned public servants against using political statements or presidential statements while on duty
- He has warned that any public officer, including security officers, is involved in political activities can immediately be fired
- Murkomen also called on Kenyans not to spread Rigathi Gachagua’s dirty statements, explaining that there are risks to undermine the stability of the nation
Minister of Internal Security Kipchumba Murkomen He has warned public servants involved in political incitement, cursing the president, or preferring one party to be punched.
Source: UGC
On Monday, August 11, Murkomen said it was unconstitutional for government officials, including security officials, to undermine the government they serve.
Is it illegal for public workers to oppose Ruto?
He mentioned mainly the references to President William Ruto as “Kasongo” and the use of opposition statements against the government as “Wantam,” saying such behaviors cannot be tolerated.
“No chief, deputy chief or police will be tolerated when he is found negatively about the government, because it is illegal by the constitution. He said.
The Interior Minister emphasized that public officials should consider understanding and implementing government policies based on the oath they made when they took office.
He said they still have their democratic right to vote for their favorite candidates in the next general election, but they should avoid political campaigns or political noise while serving them.
“I do not mean this is only for this government, but for any government that follows. he added.
Did Murkomen warn against distributing Gachagua videos?
Murkomen also used the opportunity to warn Kenyans about distributing videos of former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua On social networks.
He said some of Gachagua’s recent statements, which he referred to as offensive, are released online without regard to its impact on political, social, and national security.
“It’s no longer a joke who is the former deputy president at the moment. Many of you are spreading his message, urging someone who is not healthy to continue to make statements that can destroy our country,” Said Murkomen.
The minister called on the government and the public to be cautious, saying speech and accountability were essential to preserving the unity and stability of the nation.
What did Murkomen talk about the police who gave the title?
In another development, Murkomen made a statement after police officer Hiram Kimathi failed to accept the transfer from Machakos to a tough Todonyang station, Turkana.
Murkomen explained that the Commissioner of Police, Douglas Kanja, regarded Kimathi as a working officer and regarded the transfer as an opportunity to enable him to serve in a challenging area.
He added that police officers have a responsibility to work anywhere in the country to ensure public safety and peace.
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