Police officers have moved to restore order in many parts of Nairobi on the second day of the Fuel Price demonstrations, with many areas of the capital remaining calm, including the central business district.

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According to Nairobi regional commissioner Rhoda Ong'ari, police secured Waiyaki Way around the Kangemi area after it was blocked by protesters. Authorities restored normal traffic flow despite disruptions linked to the ongoing matatu strike.

At the same time, security officers also responded to isolated roadblocks reported along Thika Road and Kamiti Road, restoring normal operations along the routes.

She further adds that the situation in the city remains under control, noting that security agencies have intensified surveillance to prevent further disruptions and ensure public safety.

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"Nairobi CBD remains calm as police respond to road blockades along Thika Road and Kamiti Road. Waiyaki way around Kangemi has also been secured," she stated.

However, there have been reports of arrests across several areas in the capital, including Kamiti Road, where police reportedly arrested three protesters.

Police also engaged in running battles in Githurai as the authorities used water cannons on protesters in the area.

The same situation has also been o bserved in several parts of the country , with transport operations remaining paralysed for the second consecutive day.

Along the coast, movement of people and vehicles in Mombasa has remained largely smooth, with authorities continuing to monitor the situation closely.

Mombasa County Commissioner Mohamed Hassan said operations are ongoing to maintain order and safeguard transport corridors, to ensure demonstrators dodemonstrators do not take advantage of the protests to destroy and loot property.

📰 Source: Kenyans.co.ke