President William Ruto on Wednesday, March 15 urged Azimio la Umoja leader Raila Odinga to hold peaceful demonstrations.
Speaking at State House, President Ruto asked the former Prime Minister to work with police to make sure that no lives or businesses are disrupted during the protests.
“My friend Raila Odinga you cannot continue to blackmail the country. We have no problem with you organizing demonstrations but please it’s your responsibility to work with the police to make sure that the rest of the citizens of Kenya, their lives are not disrupted, their property is not destroyed, their businesses are not affected and they can go to work,” said Ruto.
The Head of State noted that he would not allow any loss of lives or destruction of property during the protests.
“The government will not allow loss of life, destruction of property, and looting. We will not allow a few individuals who have refused to accept election results to cause chaos among peace-loving people,” he added.
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Raila announced last week that there would be a mega protest on March 20, 2023, against the Kenya Kwanza government.
“Take note that on the 20th of March 2023, we have a date with destiny in Nairobi. On that day our supporters throughout the country shall stage a massive procession in Nairobi for a legitimate and inclusive government. Save that date and let the action begin. The movement for the defence of democracy has now started, “Raila announced.
The ODM leader on Tuesday also announced a public holiday on March 20 in a move to allow Azimio supporters to participate in demonstrations.
“I hereby declare in the name of Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Alliance that Monday the 20th of March will be a public holiday,” said Raila.
