Bars And Entertainment Joints To Be Closed On The Following Date To Allow Elections To Take Place
Politicians,the media stations and human interest groups have been rallying the people to come out in large numbers and participate in the forthcoming general elections. In previous elections,the voter turn out had been low something that has been worrying the different political candidates who are in need of votes to win the elections.
"Hakuna Sherehe Siku Ya Kupiga Kura " NACADA To Close Bars & Entertainment Joints During Elections
On the eve of the August 9 election, the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) wants all bars and entertainment venues shuttered. On Saturday, July 30, NACADA Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Victor Okioma told the media that the agency will seek advice from the Ministry of Interior on whether the idea could be executed.
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NACADA has suggested that Fred Matiang'i should order the shutdown of bars and entertainment venues. The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) is requesting the closure of all bars and entertainment venues one day prior to the elections. According to the chief executive officer (CEO) of NACADA, Victor Okioma, the majority of election-related violence is caused by drunk youths, and this action would be crucial in promoting peace.
NACADA urges youths to be peace ambassadors
The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has taken to Nakuru its campaign aimed at sensitising members of the public on the need to maintain peace before and after the August 9 General Election with calls on the youths to shun lawless activities during the period.