Security, traffic controls tightened ahead of Mashujaa Day in Eldoret

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 19 — Security has been tightened in Eldoret ahead of Tuesday’s Mashujaa Day celebrations, with additional police officers deployed to security hotspots and traffic controls put in…

Rift Valley Regional Commissioner Abdi Hassan said security agencies had intensified patrols and strengthened coordination to safeguard celebrations at Kipchoge Keino Stadium and ensure orderly movement around the city.

The security measures cover the stadium, designated parking areas, hotels, other accommodation facilities and critical installations expected to receive large numbers of visitors.

“The national celebration does not give anyone immunity from the law. Anyone who engages in criminal activity, threatens public safety or disrupts peace will be dealt with in accordance with the law,” Hassan said.

Source: Capital FM