Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has scoffed at leaders hyping the return of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua after weeks in the United States.
Responding to media queries about his highly publicized arrival plans by allies, the CS downplayed the concern, stating that Mr Gachagua is not the only Kenyan returning from an overseas trip.
“There are so many people landing in Kenya every day, so I don’t know why we should be worried when one person is landing,” said the CS.
He, however, warned the former Deputy President and his allies against fanning violence, stating that any inflammatory remarks will be dealt with.
“For the time he has been away, the country has been relatively peaceful,” said the CS while addressing the media in Murang’a during his Jukwaa la Usalama tour.
He continued, “The security agencies are adequately prepared to deal with any insecurity issues.”
Mr Murkomen recalled that the last time Mr Gachagua was in the country, there were many goons disguised as protesters.
“We are very prepared. At all times, the National Police Service is prepared to protect citizens and their property. We are aware of those elements threatening disruption, threatening the ongoing football tournament among other activities,” he disclosed.
He warned that legal action will be taken against anyone who breaks the law.
“We wish Kenya remains peaceful the way it was in the last three to four weeks and I wish people continue their political activities in a more peaceful environment like they have been doing. But since we have no control over people’s behaviour and character, we are prepared to protect citizens and their property at all times,” assured the CS.
The former Deputy President is expected in the country this week.
