Garissa County Commissioner James Kianda has moved to assure residents in Garissa County that enough security will be provided during and after the election.
Addressing the press after leading a peace procession in the streets of Garissa town over the weekend, Kianda said security agencies will beef up security to ensure peace and tranquility prevails during the campaign and election period.
Kianda's sentiments come after Garissa was named to be among the 33 counties identified by the National Cohesion and Integrity Commission as possible post-election violence hotspots.
The commissioner cautioned politicians against using the campaign period to incite the electorate for their own selfish political interests saying anyone found culpable will be held accountable.
“We might have been listed as a hotspot because of the highly contested seats, including governor, MP and MCA positions, but we will ensure we have proper security arrangements before, during and after the polls,”
“Aspirants will be given an opportunity to air their views and explain their agenda without coercion. We assure members of the public attending rallies of their security,” he said.
Mr Kianda also urged members of the public to be on the lookout and report to the authority those who compromise their security during the campaign period.