Nairobi regional commander Issa Mohamud has said that he is not aware that some people are planning to demonstrate in Nairobi on Tuesday 21, 2026 over fuel prices.
“I have not received any notification for that and if I have not received anything, it becomes illegal, and we will deal with it because the law must be followed,” Mohamud said
“We operate strictly within the law, guided by public order act and the constitution, which guarantees a right to assemble, demonstrate, present petitions peacefully and unarmed, we do not oppose or give permissions but we facilitate lawfull assemblies to ensure that the citizens exercise constitutional rights safely and without interference,” the Nairobi police boss added
Already some posters are circulating inviting Kenyans to join the protests to reject fuel prices following the April 14 upwards review by the Energy and Petroleum Regulations Authority (EPRA)
Mohamud said no one had notified his office over any protests clarifying that the police should be notified 3 days prior to and not more than 14 days ahead of the protest citing that disorder will not be allowed.
Vocal Africa, a civil society group however asked police to ensure those planning to hold protests should be accorded maximum security.
“Our plea is that the laws and constitution of Kenya be followed, those planning to hold the protest should ensure that they notify the police because demonstration is not illegal. ,” Vocal Africa Chief, Khalid Hissein noted
” Police should also ensure anyone who wants to demonstrate is give security to exercise their right thus we are urging the officers to stick to the constitution and ensure everyone is safe,” added Hussein
