Wednesday, June 26, 2024 – President William Ruto has moved to fortify himself to ensure nothing happens to him or his family in the wake of Gen Z protests.
This is after he deployed Kenya Defence Forces to guard State Houses nationwide to ensure Gen Zs never come anywhere near him or his family.
The deployment follows chaotic scenes at State House Nakuru, where protestors breached security.
This move comes in the wake of escalating protests against the Finance Bill 2024, with demonstrators venting their frustration over economic policies.
Video footage circulated online depicted a tense standoff as protestors overwhelmed police at State House Nakuru, resulting in fatalities among both protestors and security forces.
The breach prompted the immediate deployment of KDF personnel to strategic locations including Nairobi, Eldoret, Trans Mara, and Mombasa, where the State facilities are situated.
In an unprecedented move, Members of Parliament sought refuge at Weston Hotel on Langata Road, fearing reprisal from the enraged protestors.
The presence of a heavy police contingent at the hotel sparked speculation that the MPs were under protective custody due to threats to their safety.
The move marks a significant escalation in government response to the unrest, which saw protestors breach the National Assembly and set fire to City Hall in Nairobi.
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