Inspector General of Police Kenya

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Fake Notice from Kenya's Inspector General of Police Goes Viral

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Viral fake notice from the Inspector General of Police causes a stir on social media!

A fake notice attributed to Kenya's Inspector General of Police Japheth Koome is spreading like wildfire on social media. The notice, which falsely authorizes a public strike, has caused confusion among Kenyan citizens. Despite efforts to clarify its falseness, the misleading post continues to circulate, highlighting the challenges of misinformation in the digital age. The Inspector General's office has officially debunked the notice, urging the public to verify information before sharing. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of fact-checking and verifying sources in the age of online information.

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FAKE: This notice is not from Kenya's Inspector General of Police ... (PesaCheck)

This notice shared on Facebook, purportedly from Inspector General of Police Japheth Koome and authorising a public strike, is FAKE.

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