Eldoret Tightens Security Ahead of Mashujaa Day Celebrations

Security and traffic measures are in place in Eldoret ahead of Tuesday’s Mashujaa Day celebrations at Kipchoge Keino Stadium.

NAIROBI, Kenya- Security agencies have intensified patrols and deployed additional officers in Eldoret ahead of Tuesday’s Mashujaa Day celebrations at Kipchoge Keino Stadium.

Rift Valley Regional Commissioner Dr Abdi Hassan said on Monday that the measures cover the stadium, designated parking areas, hotels, critical installations and other places expected to receive large numbers of visitors.

Uniformed and plain-clothes police officers, traffic police, National Government Administration Officers and National Youth Service personnel will be deployed to help secure the venue and guide members of the public.

The NYS and administration officers are expected to assist particularly during and after the ceremonial march-past.

Hassan urged motorists and visitors to follow directions from traffic officers, observe road signs and cooperate with security personnel to ease movement around the city.

Source: Y News