Governor Sakaja condemns violence in City during protests, calls for arrests
The governor revealed that law enforcement agencies have obtained CCTV footage identifying some of the individuals responsible for the acts of vandalism, including damage to street lights, public dustbins, and attacks on local businesses.
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has condemned the destruction of property during recent protests in the capital, urging police to act swiftly against those involved in vandalism and looting.
Speaking during an interdenominational prayer service held at Friends Comprehensive School in Kivaywa, Kakamega County, Sakaja expressed concern over criminal elements taking advantage of otherwise peaceful demonstrations to cause chaos and destruction.
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“Demonstrating is your constitutional right, but let me be clear, destroying property is not part of that right,” Sakaja said.
He warned the youth not to allow themselves to be manipulated into violence.
The governor revealed that law enforcement agencies have obtained CCTV footage identifying some of the individuals responsible for the acts of vandalism, including damage to street lights, public dustbins, and attacks on local businesses.
“People open their shops in the morning only to find their premises looted and vandalised. That cannot be tolerated,” he said, urging police to move quickly in apprehending those caught on camera.
Sakaja also addressed the recent death of Albert Ojwang and called for justice and accountability.
“What we want is justice, not vengeance. CCTV footage from Mbagathi Hospital shows he was dead on arrival. Let the investigative agencies do their work,” he said.
While reiterating support for the right to protest, Sakaja emphasised that violence disguised as activism will not be allowed.
“We support peaceful expression. But those hiding behind activism to commit crimes will face the law,” he said.
Sakaja called for national unity and collaborative development, urging both citizens and leaders to avoid political posturing and instead focus on building the country. He particularly noted infrastructure projects like the Rironi–Mau Summit highway as key to unlocking economic growth.
“Let’s be at the table of development. If not, we risk being left behind,” he added.
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