Police have assured Kenyans of security on Monday when the Supreme Court will be delivering judgment on the presidential petition.
The police service has appealed for calm and advised against migration of people from their usual places of residence in fear of anticipated chaos.
In a statement, acting Inspector General of Police Noor Gabow said the National Police Service have taken all necessary steps and measures to enhance security in all parts of the country, including all critical infrastructures.
“We, therefore, take this opportunity to appeal to Kenyans to remain calm and peaceful. We further assure all Kenyans and the public of their enhanced personal security and that of their property including loved ones,” he added.
The police service further advised the public against accessing the Supreme Court tomorrow ahead of the much awaited ruling.
NPS further said that all roads leading to the Supreme Court shall be closed and that the public should avoid gathering at the area during the ruling.
“We wish to advise the public to avoid gathering at the Supreme Court during the ruling, or congregating in public gatherings, but follow the proceedings from the comfort of their homes,” NPS said.
The police noted that access to the Supreme Court shall be limited to the public, and all roads leading to the court premises shall remain closed till the verdict is delivered.
NPS further noted that all security measures have been taken across the country to ensure that calm is restored and safety of the public is ensured after the ruling.
“We have taken all the necessary steps and measures to enhance security in all parts of the country, including all critical infrastructure. The public should not therefore panic and migrate from their homes or ordinary places of residence in fear and anticipation of chaos,” the police service added.
NPS also asked Kenyans to stay calm and not travel from their residences and cooperate with the law enforcement and other security agencies and not hesitate to report any suspicious activities within their areas through toll-free numbers, 122,999.
On Friday, the Supreme Court concluded hearings of the presidential petition by the seven judges led by Chief Justice Martha Koome and Kenyans will be anxiously waiting for the verdict.
The petition was made by Raila Odinga challenging President-Elect William Ruto victory in the August 9 General Election saying the process was full of irregularities and electoral offences were committed by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) led by its chairman Wafula Chebukati.