CS Murkomen urges peaceful demonstrations ahead of June 25 anniversary march

Interior Cabinet Secretary (CS) Kipchumba Murkomen has called on citizens planning to hold demonstrations this week to remember victims of the anti-government protests, to exercise responsibility and uphold peace.

Speaking during a Sunday church service at AIC Lang'ata in Nairobi, Murkomen urged protesters to uphold peace and observe the rights of others while exercising their constitutional freedoms.

"If you choose to exercise your rights under Article 37 this week, do so peacefully, while respecting the right of children to go to school, the right of people to own and protect their property, and the rights and livelihoods of other citizens," he said.

The CS also cautioned politicians against making inflammatory remarks and exploiting young people for political gain.

"You are driving other people's children and using them for political gain at the expense of their lives. Please let no one lose their life or property," he added.

The CS further commended the church for its continued role in promoting peace and unity, and shaping the next generation.

This comes as a section of Kenyans has vowed to take to the streets on Thursday to commemorate the victims of the anti-government protests in June 25, 2025 and 2026.

Meanwhile, some of the survivors of police brutality from Mathare, Nairobi, have intimated that demonstrators will conduct a candle-lighting ceremony to honour the fallen soldiers.

They also called on Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) to ensure accountability, transparency and inclusion of all victims in the compensation plan.

Some victims say they may be left out in the compensation plan as their details were not captured, want the panel tasked with compensation to cater for the victims.

Chris Odawa, father of Rex Masai, acknowledged that no amount of compensation can bring back those lost during the protests.