The sudden closure of roads leading to parliament in Kenya has raised questions about the motive behind the increased security measures. Typically, such tight security is seen during events like the state of the nation address or visits by foreign heads of state.
According to the Nation Media Group, the roads were closed as part of new security measures. However, this explanation has done little to quell speculation, particularly rumors that Kenya is hosting Pierre Nkurunziza, who allegedly failed to return to his country after a coup.
Security officials have cited security concerns as the reason for the closures, but many analysts have expressed skepticism about this explanation. Barriers have been erected at key intersections, including the junction of Harambee Avenue and Tumbo Avenue, and vehicle movement on Parliament Road has been restricted at the City Hall road and Harambee Avenue junctions.
Kenyans have taken to social media to express their desire for clarity on the situation, with many asking if Nkurunziza is indeed in Kenya and if his presence is connected to the heightened security measures.
