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The Kenyan Defence Forces have been deployed to support the National Police Service in addressing a security crisis triggered by ongoing violent protests across the country. This deployment is authorized under Article 241(3) of the Constitution of Kenya, allowing the military to assist civil authorities in maintaining law and order during emergencies.
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In a statement released on June 25, Aden Bare Duale, Chairperson of the Defence Council, strongly condemned the protests, highlighting the destruction of critical infrastructure and breaches of public order.
What began as grassroots discontent amplified through social media has escalated into widespread demonstrations, filling the streets of cities and towns nationwide.
On Tuesday afternoon, chaos unfolded in Nairobi as protesters targeted key government buildings. The governor’s office, city hall, and the national parliament were set ablaze, marking a significant escalation.
The day started with protesters promising a ‘total shutdown,’ and tensions rapidly intensified, leading to the arson attacks on these prominent symbols of government authority.
