Nairobi – Deputy Inspector General of Police Gilbert Masengeli has confirmed that no person has been denied entry into Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD), despite the heavy police presence deployed across the city ahead of the planned Saba Saba protests.
Masengeli made the statement Monday morning while patrolling the city streets with other senior security officials. He addressed reporters at the University Way roundabout and dismissed reports of restricted access.
“We have been here, and everybody is allowed to enter the CBD. People are also reporting to work as usual,” Masengeli said.
He called for calm and encouraged Kenyans to continue with their normal routines, adding that police were stationed strategically to maintain peace and prevent potential disruptions.
“I urge everyone to keep peace and confine themselves within the rule of law,” he added.
Although the Deputy IG said operations in the CBD were uninterrupted, activity in the city appeared slower than usual. Businesses opened cautiously as police officers in anti-riot gear maintained visible patrols around key roads and intersections.
Authorities have warned that any acts of looting, vandalism, or provocation against officers would trigger immediate and lawful consequences. Police units have been positioned along major access roads and near potential flashpoints to deter violence and secure property.
The Saba Saba Day demonstrations, marking the 35th anniversary of Kenya’s push for multi-party democracy, have prompted security forces to increase surveillance. Police have repeatedly called for peaceful protest and adherence to legal channels for public expression.
As of midday, there were no reported incidents of unrest in the CBD. Police have assured the public that they remain alert and ready to respond to any threats to public safety.
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