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Football hooliganism is a serious breach of peace
Fans during a Football Kenya Federation Premier League match at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi on March 30, 2025.
Airport security • The deeply emotional scenes at the JKIA, Nairobi, on the arrival of ODM leader Raila Odinga’s body from India were a significant expression of the country's big loss in his death, says Ruth Gituma. “The security breaches at the airport signalled the need for comprehensive measures to tighten security in Kisumu and at his Bondo home during his burial yesterday.” Her contact is [email protected].
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Political genius • Give it to President William Ruto for “not only playing his card and defeating the political dynasties and controlling them following his capture of Gideon Moi”, notes Taabu Tele. “After bagging Raila Odinga and his symbolic truce with Uhuru Kenyatta, this is his masterstroke in power consolidation strategies of neutralising and co-opting rivals.” His email address is [email protected].
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Road safety • As the festive season approaches, Jerry Kenyansa, of the Counties Commuter Welfare Association, wants the National Transport and Safety Authority to scale up traffic safety enforcement. “The design of the apparatus, placement at the scene and lighting are important security factors to seriously consider in dealing with the highway incidents.” His contact is [email protected].
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Miraa question • Miraa is a legal plant stimulant for those that enjoy chewing it, says Mwangi wa Karuga, who is disappointed to note that some entertainment joints forbid this in their premises. “After all, a consumer also buys drinks or food. How is miraa chewing detrimental to the club management or other customers? Could someone enlighten me on this?” His contact is [email protected].
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Unruly fans • Football hooliganism is a serious breach of the peace the leads to destruction, says Wajir Town resident Ahmed Somow Ahmed. He adds: “We’ve seen fans carrying clubs and knives to the stadiums, fuelling mayhem. One of the causes is the biased refereeing for bribes. Strategies to combat the menace include early kick-offs and segregating rival fans.” His contact is [email protected].
Have a peaceful day, won’t you!
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