The National Police Service (NPS) has commended Kenyans for maintaining peace and observing the law during a political rally held at Jacaranda Grounds in Embakasi, Nairobi, on Sunday, September 13, 2026.
In a statement, NPS spokesperson Muchirinyaga said the Service had received positive feedback from members of the public following the rally, which was conducted peacefully.
The spokesperson noted that the event was characterised by mutual respect and restraint among organisers, participants and security officers.
“What was witnessed on Sunday is precisely what the National Police Service has consistently advocated: that we can exercise our constitutional freedoms peacefully and within the law,” the statement said.
The NPS praised members of the public for their cooperation, maturity and adherence to established protocols, saying the rally demonstrated that political expression can take place without violence or disruption of public order.
The Service urged political leaders, their supporters and other stakeholders to adopt the same approach during future political engagements.
“The National Police Service remains apolitical, impartial and committed to serving and protecting all Kenyans, residents and visitors,” the statement added.
Some of those in attendance however stoned and killed two people accused of stealing and snatching valuables. Police are investigating the deaths.
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