On the evening of April 7, 2025, the security detail for Justin Muturi, former Speaker of the National Assembly and ex-Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, was withdrawn around 7:30 PM.
The two police officers assigned to him were told not to report for duty the next day. Muturi called the move an attempt to intimidate him but vowed to remain unshaken.
The legality of the withdrawal is under scrutiny, with Article 156(6) of the Kenyan Constitution being cited in discussions. Critics see it as a lack of transparency, possibly politically motivated, while some argue it’s a routine resource reallocation. No official government statement has clarified the decision.
Muturi, a key political figure, plans to challenge the move legally if needed. The incident has sparked debate about security for former officials, leaving many questions unanswered as the situation develops.
