Cops face investigation over their actions at a Nakuru school drama event. Police spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga announced that the Internal Affairs Unit must finish its report within 21 days. The Independent Policing Oversight Authority has also started looking into what happened at Lions Primary School. Officers claimed they received intelligence about planned disruptions, which led them to implement extra security measures.
Police fired tear gas Thursday during a controversial play performance. Students from Butere Girls performed "Echoes of War," exploring technology, governance, and social justice issues affecting young people. The play tells about a nation recovering from civil war with youth rebuilding society. It had been disqualified earlier, but a High Court ruling forced officials to include it in the festival.
Tensions exploded when performers stormed out, demanding authorities release Cleophas Malala, the play's author. Police had stopped the former Kakamega Senator from attending final rehearsals with students Wednesday evening. The teenagers sang the national anthem before dramatically leaving as anti-riot police surrounded the area with batons plus tear gas ready. The police service promised they would remain committed to constitutional values, including human rights protection.
Police fired tear gas Thursday during a controversial play performance. Students from Butere Girls performed "Echoes of War," exploring technology, governance, and social justice issues affecting young people. The play tells about a nation recovering from civil war with youth rebuilding society. It had been disqualified earlier, but a High Court ruling forced officials to include it in the festival.
Tensions exploded when performers stormed out, demanding authorities release Cleophas Malala, the play's author. Police had stopped the former Kakamega Senator from attending final rehearsals with students Wednesday evening. The teenagers sang the national anthem before dramatically leaving as anti-riot police surrounded the area with batons plus tear gas ready. The police service promised they would remain committed to constitutional values, including human rights protection.
