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Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has warned that public servants who chant political slogans, give the president nicknames, or take part in partisan activities risk losing their jobs.

Speaking in Narok on Monday, August 11 , Murkomen said it was unconstitutional for state employees, including security officers, to undermine the government they serve.

He specifically mentioned references to President William Ruto as “Kasongo” and the use of the anti-government slogan “wantam,” saying such conduct would not be tolerated.

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The Interior CS emphasised that public officers must focus on understanding and implementing government policies in line with the oath they took when assuming office.

He said they still retain their democratic right to vote for their preferred candidates during the next general election, but must avoid political campaigns or sloganeering while in service.

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Murkomen also used the occasion to warn Kenyans about circulating videos of former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua on social media.

He said some of Gachagua’s recent statements, which he described as troubling, were being amplified online without consideration of their possible effects on political, social, and security stability.

The CS called for restraint both from public officers and citizens, saying responsible speech and action are essential in safeguarding national unity and stability.

In a related development, Murkomen reacted to Police Constable Hiram Kimathi’s refusal to accept a transfer from Machakos to the volatile Todonyang base in Turkana.

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Murkomen explained that Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja had considered Kimathi a hardworking officer and saw the transfer as an opportunity for him to serve in a challenging area.

He added that police officers are obligated to work anywhere in the country to uphold public safety and security.

Source: TUKO.co.ke