The National Police Service (NPS) has condemned the move by a section of newly graduated GSU officers to threaten Kenyans.
In a video that has since gone viral in social media, the officers who were celebrating after the pass out parade could be heard warning Kenyans that they were coming out to deal with them.
“Mmmeishaa..tutawamaliza…sisi ndio wale wasee…hapana tambua…tunakuja inje…sisi ndio wa pa pa pa,” the recruits said.
The video caused an uproar online, with netizens calling upon NPS to take action against the officers.
In a statement, NPS termed the remarks as irresponsible and reckless and that the behavior they portrayed does not represent values of police services.
“Attention of the NPS is drawn to a video clip circulating on social media depicting newly graduated GSU officers recording themselves as they make some irresponsible and reckless remarks. We wish to clarify and assure the public that the behavior portrayed in the clip is not acceptable and does not reflect the values of the GSU, KPS and the NPS.
“All graduands went through a rigorous value-based training modelled on democratic policing principles and designed to make them responsive and responsible officers of the law at the service of citizens,” the statement further read.
NPS said the remarks were regrettable but an internal review would be conducted so as measures are taken regarding the incident.
“The oath of allegiance they took as part of their graduation is a testament to the sanctity of their duty to service. The remarks as made in the clip are therefore regrettable and stand condemned. An internal review is ongoing with a view of preferring appropriate measures regarding the incident. GSU is renown for its focused training aimed at producing highly disciplined and responsible officers,” NPS said.
2, 502 members were incorporated into the service during the 48th pass out parade at the National Police College Embakasi B Campus on Wednesday.
Here is the video that left Kenyans angry..
Here’s a replay of the said video in case you need to consult your VAR. pic.twitter.com/7IMgQT3QcK
— Alvo™️ ?? (@keteralvin) December 8, 2021
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