We’ve Not Been Notified!” – Kakamega Police Claim Unaware Of Sifuna Rally
Police in Kakamega claim they were not informed of Saturday’s Linda Wananchi Rally, which was planned by ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna.
Western Regional Police Commander Issa Mohmud alleged that the organisers had yet to formally contact the police.
“The police have not received any formal request for the meeting. We are ready to act against any situation that may threaten the stability, peace, and safety of locals and their property,” Mohmud said.
Ishabatizwa….Our crew reporting that state sponsored goons struck just after Riat in Kisumu…lakini safari itaendelea.#TupataneKakamega pic.twitter.com/kAf5o28NSw
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“We have heard of a rally organised by Nairobi senator Edwin Sifuna and his faction of ODM at Amalemba Grounds in Kakamega tomorrow,” he added.
“We picked this information from social media. No one has come to my office to request our assistance, but we will assist them as much as we can.
Kakamega braces for Sifuna ‘storm'
— NTV Kenya (@ntvkenya) February 20, 2026
A wave of tension has gripped Kakamega town ahead of tomorrow’s Linda Mwananchi political rally set to be led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna. #NTVWeekendEdition @MichelleNgele_ pic.twitter.com/kIBLfYyXsq
“We will disperse the gathering if it breaks the existing laws of the country. I don’t want to speculate about tomorrow, but we will step in if there is any problem,” Mohmud said.
However, ODM deputy party leader Godfrey Osotsi rebutted Mohmud’s comments. He told the Star that the Linda Wananchi team had informed the police of their intention to hold the rally via a written letter.
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What began as a strategic defiance by ODM sec-gen Edwin Sifuna ended in a suffocating shroud of teargas.
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Osotsi stated that the authorities seem concerned about Linda Wananchi’s efforts, which have garnered notice.
Siaya Governor James Orengo and Osotsi stated on Friday evening that some top government officials were intending to intervene in Saturday’s meeting.
Osotsi underlined Kenyans’ constitutional right to free association, speech, and assembly.
A truck publicizing the meeting was observed driving through Amalemba’s streets and estates on Friday evening.
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Mohmud declined to comment on social media conversations that suggested the event could be disrupted.
“I have seen reports online about plans by various politicians regarding the rally,” he said.
“As police, we are not part of politics, so I cannot speak authoritatively on that.”
“Our role is purely to maintain peace. We will use all means within our reach to ensure safety and prevent lawlessness,” Mohmud added.
We’ve Not Been Notified!” – Kakamega Police Claim Unaware Of Sifuna Rally
