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Nyeri chaos: Attack on Gachagua is a perfect case for ICC
A Sunday service at Witima ACK Church in Othaya was abruptly disrupted when canisters of tear gas were deployed in the sanctuary during a visit by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
Serious crime • The International Criminal Court (ICC) has a digital portal where anyone can file a complaint on war crimes, crimes against humanity, genocide and aggression, notes Prof. Sam Chege. “The attack on former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and other worshipers in Nyeri by rogue police officers seems like a perfect case for the ICC.” His contact is [email protected].
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Troubling • The chaos witnessed at the church in Othaya “is deeply troubling and should concern every Kenyan, irrespective of political affiliation”, says Allan Kinyua. “Political differences can’t justify intolerance, intimidation, or violence. Democracy is built on the freedom to disagree peacefully, not to silence one another through fear or force.” His contact is [email protected].
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Prepaid meters • Could Kenya Power, please, shed light on the prepaid electricity meters saga in Busia County? asks Jim Okwako. “A neighbour of mine in Funyula Constituency, who applied for a prepaid meter several years ago, was excited when a technician called to say one was now available. He came, installed it and took away the old post-paid meter. But he’s not been able to buy tokens!”
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Road safety • There is a busy uncontrolled road intersection at Hutheyfa Mosque near the public works offices in Wajir town, says Ahmed Somow Ahmed, alarmed at the lack of road safety. “School buses, motor bikes and police cars are driven at break-neck speed, endangering lives. The Kenya Urban Roads Authority should erect warning signs to help save lives.” His contact is [email protected].
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Accidents • Driving from Nairobi to Nakuru, Mwangi wa Karuga says, reckless overtaking is so common. “Motorists will have missed head-on collisions on arrival at their destinations. Unfortunately, some drivers get involved in accidents. Scores die and thousands are injured, some maimed for life. The dualling of the highway should be hastened.” His contact is [email protected].
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