Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has warned that desecrating Kenya's national symbols is a criminal offense, following viral footage of football fans stomping on the national flag. He emphasized that misusing national symbols like the flag undermines national unity and will lead to legal consequences under the National Flag, Emblems and Names Act.

• Murkomen spoke in Wajir on Wednesday, September 24, during the 45th Jukwaa La Usalama tour.
• The warning comes days after a CAF Champions League match where fans allegedly kicked and trampled the Kenyan flag after Kenya Police FC beat Mogadishu City FC 3-1.
• Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja confirmed that police are investigating the incident, stating, "That matter is extremely serious, and I can confirm that the matter is under control."