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Ruto orders release of innocent civilians arrested during demos

President William Ruto.[Kelly Ayodi, Standard]

President William Ruto has hit out at police officers for breaches of their constitutional mandate and urged the release of those wrongfully arrested during the recent anti-government protests.

In a national address on Thursday, July 24, Ruto acknowledged the nationwide protests that have led to loss of lives and property destruction.

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