Govt Rolls Out Tough Security, Traffic Measures Ahead of Jamhuri Day Celebrations
Kitiyo emphasized that this year’s celebrations are expected to attract a significantly large audience, including senior government officials and foreign dignitaries. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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The Ministry of Interior has announced stringent security and traffic measures for Kenya's 62nd Jamhuri Day celebrations this Friday at Nyayo National Stadium. Access gates will open at 5:00 am, with all guests expected to be seated by 7:00 am amid heightened security.
- Nairobi Regional Commissioner Gilbert Kitiyo cautioned attendees to avoid displaying expensive items like high-end mobile phones, luxury watches, and jewellery due to opportunistic criminals.
- The Nairobi Expressway will have temporary closures; vehicles from Lang’ata Road will be redirected, while those from Westlands will exit at Bunyala Road and from Mlolongo at Capital Centre, effective from 7 a.m. until 3 p.m.
- A multi-agency security team, led by the National Police Service and supported by the National Youth Service (NYS), will manage crowd control and ensure public safety.
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Govt Announces Security Measures and Road Closures in Nairobi for Jamhuri Day - December 2025
The Ministry of Interior has announced stringent security and traffic measures for Kenya's 62nd Jamhuri Day celebrations on Friday at Nyayo National Stadium. Access gates will open at 5:00 am, and guests are expected to be seated by 7:00 am amid heightened security. Attendees have been warned against displaying expensive electronics or jewelry to prevent theft. As part of preparations, police announced that significant road closures will be implemented in Nairobi's Central Business District (CBD) on Friday, December 12. KeNHA also confirmed that several key roads in the CBD and around Nyayo Stadium will be closed for the event.
