Nairobi Police Chief Declares Upcoming Saba Saba Protests Illegal, Vows Hardline Crackdown On Demonstrators

Nairobi Regional Police Commander Issa Mohamud has officially declared today’s anticipated “Saba Saba” demonstrations unlawful, issuing a stern warning that law enforcement agencies will treat any individual participating in the protests as a criminal. Addressing journalist..

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Nairobi police have declared the upcoming Saba Saba demonstrations illegal, warning that participants will be treated as criminals. Regional Police Commander Issa Mohamud stated that no formal notification was received from organizers, a legal requirement for public assemblies.

Demonstrations deemed unlawful due to lack of statutory notification.
Nairobi Regional Police Commander Issa Mohamud issued the warning.
Concerns cited over potential economic disruption, looting, and vandalism by opportunistic criminal elements.