Acting Police IG Masengeli Says They are Prepared for Thursday Demonstrations

Acting Police Inspector General (IG) Gilbert Masengeli has confidently stated that the National Police Service is fully prepared to maintain order during the upcoming anti-government protests scheduled for Thursday. 

The demonstrations, organized by Gen Z activists and dubbed ‘#NaneNanematch’, have prompted a comprehensive security response from law enforcement agencies across the country.

On Tuesday, Masengeli convened a crucial meeting with regional police bosses at the Embakasi Administration Police Training College (APTC). They discussed and refined strategies for handling the anticipated demonstrations. 

Masengeli emphasized that while security measures would be enhanced nationwide, they would remain within reasonable limits.

Masengeli took a measured stance on the protests, acknowledging the constitutional rights of citizens while emphasizing the importance of lawful conduct. He stated: