New police unit's priorities all wrong

NAIROBI: Slowly, yet surely, we are getting into a period when caution and self-restraint are greatly advised. The 2017 General Election is beckoning and players in the field are raring to go on campaign trails to convince voters that they are the best suited to lead them.
The sad reality is that such persuasions are rarely conducted within reason and the confines of the law.

Many have been the cases where followers of aspirants clashed at rallies over differences of opinion or protocol at joint events. There have been instances where those sensing defeat have resorted to hiring goons to wreak havoc and intimidate opponents.
Such unfortunate incidences must be avoided at all costs.