[PHOTOS] Shops closed as roads to Parliament sealed off

Access to Parliament and its surrounding areas has been heavily restricted, with roads sealed off and most shops in the Central Business District remaining closed amid heightened security.

A section of the Parliament Building has been barricaded using razor wire, while officers on the ground have turned away several vehicles attempting to enter the CBD.

The tight security comes ahead of planned protests expected later in the day. By mid-morning, movement within the city centre was limited, with many business owners opting to keep their premises shut.

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen earlier toured various parts of the city, accompanied by Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja and Deputy Inspector General Gilbert Masengeli. The trio was seen walking through key streets, reviewing security arrangements put in place.

Murkomen had earlier issued a statement assuring Kenyans of the government’s commitment to maintaining peace and protecting livelihoods.

Security officers remain on high alert, with key government installations and strategic roads around Parliament under strict watch.