Security officers arrested 355 people who attempted to commit crimes
Nairobi, June 2026 –Interior Cabinet Secretary (CS) Kipchumba Murkomen has praised Kenyans for choosing restraint and keeping daily life running during Thursday’s June 25 Gen Z memorial, calling the nationwide response a sign of political maturity.
In statement issued on Thursday evening, CS Murkomen said security agencies recorded no major incidents of looting, property destruction, clashes or casualties linked to the protests.
“This reflects well on our democracy and governance. What we witnessed today shows that when citizens exercise their constitutional right to assemble responsibly, peace and order can be maintained,” Murkomen said.
He urged Kenyans to sustain this culture of peaceful expression. “Our goal is a future where protests do not disrupt ordinary citizens. What happened today gives us hope that we are moving in that direction.”
According to Murkomen, processions in Nairobi and Mombasa led by families of victims of past protests and other citizens proceeded without disruption. Across the country, markets, transport and businesses operated normally.
Following intelligence that outsiders were being transported into Nairobi to incite violence, security teams set up checks along key highways entering the capital. Murkomen acknowledged the disruption but said the measures helped avert unrest.
“Those steps caused some inconvenience, yet they were effective in keeping Nairobi and other areas secure,” he noted.
While most parts of the country remained peaceful, Murkomen said a small number of individuals tried to exploit the memorial to commit crimes. Security officers arrested 355 people in total.
Nairobi recorded 161 arrests, Kajiado 123, and Kiambu 36. Murang’a had 12, Bungoma 9, Meru 6, Laikipia 5, and Machakos 3. No arrests were reported in North Eastern, Nyanza or Coast regions. The suspects face charges including robbery, vandalism, blocking roads and attempted theft.
Murkomen also confirmed that Kariti Sub-Location Assistant Chief Anthony Gathungu was injured in Murang’a after a group attacked him while he stopped them from setting up barricades in Kandara. Gathungu received treatment at Kagunduini Health Centre and was discharged in stable condition.
The CS applauded police and other security agencies for professionalism and quick response to public concerns.
“Our officers showed discipline and coordination. They acted promptly where Wananchi raised alerts, and their planning helped keep the situation under control,” he said.
Murkomen also thanked media outlets for factual and responsible coverage of the day’s events.
“Kenyans share responsibility for our nation’s future. Let us continue protecting the peace and stability we all depend on,” he concluded.
