This archive report was first published on 26 December 2019.
As the National Police Service continues to roll out new uniforms, it has issued a directive to all regional police commanders to enforce the dress code, specifically targeting female officers' hairstyles.
According to a circular signed by Deputy Inspector-General of Police Edward Mbugua on December 20, 2019, the 'overdone' hairstyles are a violation of the service regulations and a disrespect to the police uniform.
"During my official tour around the country [in] the last one week I have observed with a lot of concern that officers of all ranks have flawed the service's dress code especially women hairstyles while in uniform," Mr Mbugua said.
The police boss claims that some exaggerated hairstyles and weaves have made it impossible for the officers to put on their official hats and berets while on duty.
He has directed that female officers get rid of the overdone flashy hairstyles by January 1, 2020, and that police commanders will now be expected to enforce the directive come January.
