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| Kenyans Share Mixed Reactions as Kenya Police Defend Their Housing Conditions |
Kenyans have expressed mixed reactions to comments made by the Kenya Police welfare group in defence of their housing conditions. Kenyans Share Mixed Reactions as Kenya Police Defend Their Housing Conditions The conversation was sparked by an online post where they dismissed criticism about the quality of housing provided by the government. In the statement which has since gone viral, the officers explained that they don’t sleep in the houses, they just rest. They reiterated that law enforcers are never permanent in any station since transfers are common. “Show us your own house (not rented). Otherwise, empty debes make the most noise. Those insulting police officers don’t even have a chicken house,” read part of the statement. The remarks ignited a heated debate with opinions split between sympathy for the officers and criticism of the police force’s perceived defensiveness. Mixed reactions over police houses Many expressed understanding and empathy, recognizing the difficult working conditions and the need for better housing. Some highlighted the importance of improving police welfare to ensure they can effectively carry out their duties. On the contrary, the statement attracted criticism as some argued that the issue of police housing should be addressed more seriously. The critics pointed out that the officers should have addressed the real issue instead of becoming defensive and attacking the critics. Zainab Hussein: “I can’t believe the police can’t accept they are not okay. Even in their stone buildings that they share with a curtain.” MC Dann Wa Kihang’a “The compound itself looks like a slum, so is it an offence to plant flowers for the area to stay smart?” Amos Kimanzi: “Guys policemen are trained for harsh situations. They went for training in hard situations and qualified.” Kipkemoi Caleb “We aren’t against you; some of us are against the entitlement to feeling better than other civil servants.” Despite several government promises to improve housing for police officers, progress has been slow. Different regimes have been in power, but each continues to subject the officers and their families to deplorable conditions. The incident has once again highlighted the need for urgent reforms in the police force, particularly regarding officer welfare.
by Hillary Lisimba