The Inspector-General of Police Joseph Boinnet has warned politicians against inciting their supporters in the run-up to the 2017 general elections.
Speaking at Anti-Stock Theft Unit in Gilgil, Nakuru County on Thursday Boinnet said any politician found spreading hate speech will be dealt with.
“We at the National Police Service shall not tolerate any kind of behaviour that breaches the law that relates to public order or any electoral law,” said Mr Boinnet.
“We will enforce the law as it is without fear or favour and I urge every officer to stand firm to ensure there is law and order during the forthcoming elections,” he added.
The police boss said Kenyans should not fear anything as the country heads to the poll.
“Our cardinal responsibility is to ensure that there is peace and tranquillity before, during and after the elections,” said Mr Boinnet.
On the misuse of firearms by some police officers, Mr Boinnet said that