David Kimaiyo allows Saba Saba rallies to go on

Inspector-General of Police David Kimaiyo.Police have given the green light for Saba Saba rallies and assured city residents of security.

However, the Inspector General of Police David Kimaiyo said organisers of the rallies should ensure law and order was maintained at the venues.

He also ordered county and divisional police commanders countrywide to enhance security in their areas.

“All parties are free to hold political rallies provided they follow the laid down procedures. We have put in place security measures to ensure that the rallies will be conducted safely,” said Mr Kimaiyo.

Cord leader Raila Odinga called for the rally to push for national dialogue. The President said his government was not opposed to the dialogue provided it was done through institutions established by the Constitution.

Mr Kimaiyo said conveners would be given guidelines on how to conduct the rallies.

“We shall show them how to coordinate their affairs without causing scare, tension and annoyance to other people,” he said.

At the same time, police are investigating reports that certain political leaders were planning to cause violence after the Saba Saba rallies.

“We are counter-checking the information as we cannot ignore anything from the public. If the allegations are true, those leaders behind it will be arrested and prosecuted,” said Mr Kimaiyo.