Outgoing US Ambassador Robert Godec yesterday urged Kenyan security forces to safeguard human rights and life by using maximum restraint when dealing with the public. He said human rights abuses by police are not limited to Kenya but exist everywhere, including in the United States. And when law enforcement officers, whether [or not they are] superiors have perpetrated a crime, they should face justice,” Godec said. Everyone has the duty to uphold human rights and to ensure the rule of law prevails,” Godec said. Godec said Ipoa is critical when Kenya is confronted daily by unexplained killings, police abuse and corruption.

Source: The Star April 30, 2018 20:37 UTC