Gunmen, goons and fear: Shame of Ol Kalou ‘State’ terror

Ol Kalou by-election violence intensifies concerns over growing trend of armed gangs at political event...

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Nation Media Group journalists were attacked by hooded gunmen carrying assault rifles during the Ol Kalou by-election, raising serious security concerns and questions about Kenya's preparedness for future elections.

The assailants, wearing balaclavas, robbed journalists at gunpoint of cameras and mobile phones at AC Primary School polling station.
Former Chief Justice David Maraga condemned the attack, calling it "impunity wearing the mask of an election."
Concerns are escalating over the growing trend of armed gangs disrupting political events with apparent impunity, with critics questioning State involvement.

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