» In similar countries around the world, police are not supposed to shoot to kill people. The responsibility of the police is to protect life,” Raila said.
“A police officer who becomes rogue and begins to shoot aimlessly is a criminal. What we saw is something that is completely unprecedented in the 61 years of Kenya’s independence.
Azimio leader Raila Odinga has strongly criticised the police crackdown and deployment of armed forces during nationwide protests against Kenya’s 2024 Finance Bill over the past week.
He strongly condemned the “shoot to kill” order on Saturday [shoot to kill] given to the police force by the administration of President William Ruto, stressing that this approach has resulted in the tragic loss of innocent young lives.
Raila Odinga expressed his condolences to the bereaved families and called for a transparent investigation into police brutality. He also warned against the use of unidentified armed groups to intimidate protesters and demanded explanations of their mandate and affiliation.
Calling for immediate de-escalation and withdrawal of military forces from urban areas, Raila stressed the importance of protecting citizens’ constitutional right to peaceful protest. The opposition leader asked young people to remain vigilant and exercise their rights to strike and protest.
He urged all parties to engage in inclusive dialogue to resolve differences constructively and prevent any escalation of violence. in the country.
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