The Secretary-General to the United Nations Antonio Guterres on Wednesday, June 26, faulted President William Ruto’s administration for using excessive force against peaceful protestors.
In a brief statement, the UN boss condemned the attacks, accusing the government of failing to protect its citizens while exercising their democratic rights.
According to Guterres, he was deeply saddened by the reports of deaths and injuries that resulted from the Tuesday demonstrations.
He further condemned the Kenyan security force for extending their rage on journalists and even medical personnel who were attending to those injured.
“I am deeply saddened by the reports of deaths and injuries including of journalists and medical personnel connected to protests and street demonstrations in Kenya,” read part of the UN Secretary General’s statement.
“I urge the Kenyan authorities to exercise restraint and call for all demonstrations to occur peacefully,” he added.
