Government officials, MPs warn against violent protests on Thursday - June 2026

Kirinyaga County commissioner has warned against violent protests on Thursday, as part of government efforts to prevent chaos during the planned demonstrations. A group of Kenyan MPs from the Kenya Kwanza administration is urging the Luo nation to abstain from planned protests commemorating those killed in recent demonstrations. Separately, Nyando MP Okello is urging ODM supporters to halt protests and instead embrace government initiatives, stating the government has shown goodwill.