NPS Denies Claims About Duty Roster Linked to Anti-Abduction Protests
The National Police Service (NPS) has dismissed allegations that a duty roster circulating on social media was designed to facilitate the arrest of protestors during the anti-abduction demonstrations on Monday, December 30.
In an official statement, NPS spokesperson Resila Onyango clarified that the roster, which listed names and contacts of police officers at a Nairobi station, was solely meant for record-keeping and operational accountability.
She explained that such rosters include contact details to enable seamless communication among law enforcement officers during their duties.
The NPS urged the public to disregard false claims aimed at incitement and spreading misinformation.
“Duty rosters provide a framework for documenting police administrative and operational activities, ensuring accountability, and helping officers access critical contacts when needed,” part of the statement read.
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The statement further emphasized that the mentioned roster had no connection to any specific or general assignment related to the demonstrations.
The NPS reaffirmed its dedication to serving and protecting all citizens, while discouraging the spread of false information designed to provoke unrest.
The service has faced criticism for alleged excessive force against peaceful protestors, sparking widespread condemnation.
During the protests, human rights advocates and families of missing persons marched to demand the unconditional release of individuals held incommunicado.
Notably, Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah and 22 other demonstrators were arrested along Aga Khan Walk in Nairobi. They were later released on a Ksh.1,000 bond each by the courts.
NPS Denies Claims About Duty Roster Linked to Anti-Abduction Protests
