Police probe civilian possession of teargas amid rally disruptions
Police are investigating reports of civilians in possession of teargas canisters amid disrupted political rallies...
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Kenyan Police are investigating reports of civilians possessing teargas canisters, especially amidst disruptions at political rallies. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen stated that security agencies are probing potential collusion between civilians and police officers in the illicit supply of these restricted items.
- Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen confirmed the investigation into civilian teargas possession.
- The probe follows multiple incidents of political rallies being disrupted by teargas, despite denials by the National Police Service (NPS).
- Murkomen also reported progress in an anti-banditry operation in Isiolo, Samburu, and Laikipia counties, with nearly 28 firearms recovered from the Isiolo side alone.
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Opposition Announces Rallies Amid Police Warnings and Teargas Probes - February 2026
The United Opposition alliance, led by Kalonzo Musyoka and Rigathi Gachagua, announced it will hold multiple rallies in Nairobi and other counties starting Sunday, warning Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja against interference. The alliance has cancelled a planned march to the police headquarters and instead vowed to pursue private prosecutions against twelve police officers. This relates to the investigation of the January 25 Witima ACK Church attack. In response to protests, IG Kanja warned that financial strain within the National Police Service could force officers to use live ammunition. Meanwhile, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen stated that teargas used at opposition rallies may not be from police, prompting an investigation into how civilians came to possess teargas canisters.
