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President can send Police boss Kimaiyo home, lawyers say

Yes, the President can send Kimaiyo home, lawyers say
Inspector General of Police David Kimaiyo has come under intense criticism following recent spate of terror attacks in the country. (Photo:File/Standard)

As calls for removal of Inspector General of Police David Kimaiyo intensify, debate has emerged on whether he enjoys security of tenure or not.

Some of Kenya’s top legal brains argue that Mr Kimaiyo does not and can be dismissed any time at the will and whim of the President.

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