Police Outline Rules for Political Rallies Ahead of 2027 Polls

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In a statement obtained by Kenyans.co.ke , the NPS outlined strict rules which politicians must take note of as campaigns and political activity intensify ahead of the 2027 General Election.

The statement emphasised that organisers are required to notify the officer in charge of the area police station between three and 14 days before holding a rally or procession.

“It is important to remind all persons that, in accordance with Section 5(3)(a) and (c) of the Public Order Act, any person intending to convene a public meeting or procession must adhere to the following: Notify the regulating officer of that intention at least three days, and no more than fourteen days, before the proposed date of the event,” the statement read.

📌 What You Need to Know

The notification must identify the organiser, provide their physical address and state the proposed location of the meeting or route of the procession.

Organisers are also required to indicate the intended date and time, with political gatherings expected to take place between 6am and 6pm.

NPS said organisers would be informed where a proposed event conflicts with an earlier notification covering the same date, time and venue.

In such cases, the Service said the meeting or procession would not be allowed to proceed as initially planned, with organisers required to notify police if they wish to hold the event on a different date.

According to the police, timely notification and confirmation of political activities would help officers plan and deploy security effectively.

The directive issued on Saturday, September 5, comes amid a warning against political intolerance, violence and other conduct that could disrupt public order during the electioneering period.

📰 Source: Kenyans.co.ke

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