Natembeya protests alleged security withdrawal

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya. Photo/Handout Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has raised concern over the alleged withdrawal of his security, demanding a formal explanation from the Inspector-General of the National Police Service.

Natembeya said the withdrawal had occurred for the second time, raising questions over whether the authorities had followed the constitutional and legal procedures governing changes to the security assigned to public officials.

In a statement on Thursday, the governor said public power must be exercised within the Constitution and the rule of law, arguing that any decision affecting his security should be lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair.

He cited Article 47 of the Constitution, which guarantees every person the right to administrative action that is lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair, including written reasons where a decision adversely affects a right or fundamental freedom.