Govt cracks the whip on substandard liquor traders ahead of festive season
Bule noted that several dens have already been shut down in recent operations and urged the public to cooperate by sharing information dismantle brewing and distribution of illicit liquor. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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Ahead of the festive season, Murang’a County Commissioner Hassan Bule has issued a stern warning to liquor traders against selling substandard and illicit alcoholic drinks. He also expressed concern over rising criminal activities involving boda boda riders operating at night, threatening restrictions if the trend continues.
- Security officers have intensified surveillance across all sub-counties to combat the illegal liquor trade.
- Several illicit brew dens have already been shut down in recent operations in Murang’a County.
- Bule warned that continued criminal behavior by boda boda riders could lead to restrictions on night operations to protect citizens.
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