IG Kanja Orders Inquiry Into Ruto Security Breach in Wajir
Man who breached Ruto's security in Wajir reveals in a confession video why he desperately rushed to the stage...
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Following a security breach during President William Ruto's visit to Wajir County, Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has ordered a three-day inquiry. A man breached the security cordon, running towards the stage where the President was addressing attendees at the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) event on February 12.
- The man, who later attributed his actions to a desire to meet the President, was intercepted by the Presidential Security Service officers.
- The National Police Service Spokesperson, Muchiri Nyaga, confirmed that the President's safety was never compromised during the incident.
- The inquiry team has three days to submit its findings and recommend measures to prevent similar breaches, as stated by the National Police Service.
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