CS Nominee Kindiki Explains Why He Remained Silent During 2-Month Anti-Govt Demos
On Thursday, Kithure Kindiki, the nominee for Interior Cabinet Secretary, explained that his silence during the recent anti-government protests was due to limitations on his responsibilities.
During his appearance before the National Assembly Committee on Appointments, Kindiki indicated that his role was confined to issuing directives on policy matters rather than operational orders.
He noted that there is no constitutional provision allowing the Interior Cabinet Secretary to direct police officers on operational matters. According to Kindiki, the minister’s role, as outlined in Article 245 of the Constitution, is to provide policy direction and guidance to national security organs.
Kindiki further stated that only two individuals can issue directives to the police: the Interior CS on policy issues and the Director of Public Prosecutions for investigation requests.
He clarified that the operational responsibilities of the police are managed independently by the National Police Service’s command section.
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In the course of the hearing, Kindiki also praised the police for their diligent efforts in addressing criminal activities that emerged during the protests.
Kindiki reported that approximately 54 police vehicles were damaged by protesters during the unrest that disrupted the nation.
He assessed that, overall, the police made considerable efforts to safeguard the country against criminal elements, including those who targeted Parliament and threatened lawmakers.
Additionally, Kindiki mentioned that there are proposed guidelines for handling similar incidents in the future, including regulations on designated picketing areas.
Kithure Kindiki, who was dismissed from his position when President Ruto dissolved his cabinet, was later reappointed by Ruto to the same role.
CS Nominee Kindiki Explains Why He Remained Silent During 2-Month Anti-Govt Demos
