UPDATE Tuesday, October 13: Police in Nyamira have moved to dismiss the letters approving two Deputy President William Ruto functions in the county.
Masaba North Ward Police Commander Elam Esendi distanced himself from the two letters with one of them purportedly authored by him.
He, however, acknowledged that they are in the process of approving the two functions with a communication set to be issued once a decision is made.
Police on Tuesday, October 13 approved two of Deputy President William Ruto's functions that are set to be held in Nyamira County.
The two gatherings are set to be held on Thursday, October 15, following application and compliance with the National Security Advisory Committee's (NSAC) directives on public meetings.
According to two letters seen by Kenyans.co.ke from Police Commander, Mohamed Sasura and one from Keroka OCS, Elam Esendi confirmed the approval.
"Take note that the permission for fundraising for Nyamria South Sub-county Boda Boda Sacco scheduled for Thursday 15th October 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at Sironga Sports Ground to be presided over by the Deputy President His Excellency William Ruto has been granted," read part of the letter from Sasura.
Ruto was however advised to comply with the directives by National Security Advisory Committee (NSAC) and in accordance with the Public Order Act Chapter 56.
The gathering was also ordered to adhere to the health protocols issued by the Ministry of Health in regards to Covid-19.
The Deputy President was urged to work with police officers to ensure that law and order is maintained.
Ruto was notified that he would be held responsible for any acts of lawlessness and disorder that may arise from the function.
The second function is a fundraiser at a church in Nyamasebe which was approved by OCS Elam Esendi.
"This office received your above letter notifying your intention to hold a Sadaka collection in respect of Nyamasebe District.
"This is to notify you that your request has been granted and you will cooperate with the police to ensure that security is maintained throughout the function," read the letter from Esendi.
Cabinet approved the security measures that were announced by Head of Public Service Joseph Kinyua, which put in place new requirements for public gatherings, media reporting and social media.
This comes on the back drop of police dispersing Ruto's supporters at Kebirigo High School and Nyangoge Primary School grounds in Nyamira County on Thursday, October 8 leading to their postponement.
