Hidden Meaning Behind IG Kanja's Attire Worn During Police Pass-Out Parade

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The formal attire is markedly different from the everyday uniforms worn by officers on general duty and its elements can be traced to the early beginnings of the country’s police service.

The attire worn during the rehearsals on Tuesday, August 25, is the highest level of ceremonial dress reserved for senior executive officers of the NPS, with each element reflecting the IG’s command and ceremonial role during the occasion.

Kanja’s dark navy tunic was decorated with gold details and rank insignia representing his position as the highest-ranking officer in the police service.

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The uniform’s epaulettes have red shoulder boards detailed with thick gold embroidery, crossed batons and a laurel wreath, as well as national emblems associated with the Inspector General’s rank, while Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat’s feature silver braiding.

Gold aiguillettes draped across the right side of Kanja’s chest signify senior command and executive authority, distinguishing his ceremonial rank from the silver cords worn by Lagat.

In addition, his tunic features three gold waist bands, with red detailing between the bottom two, forming part of the formal dress worn during major state and police occasions.

The gold bands further indicate Kanja’s top rank, distinguishing him from Lagat, whose uniform features three silver bands instead.

Six medals hanging from different-coloured ribbons are also displayed on the left side on Kanja’s chest, including the Distinguished Conduct Medal of Kenya and the Order of the Grand Warrior of Kenya (OGW).

Two larger gold medals below the row are the Order of the Burning Spear and the Moran of the Order of the Golden Heart of Kenya (MGH).

📰 Source: Kenyans.co.ke

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