The Director of Criminal Investigations, AIGP Tom Magambo, has warned that security agencies will act decisively against anyone who attempts to disrupt the electoral process, saying there will be zero tolerance for violence or disorder.
Speaking two days to the January 15 general elections, Magambo said authorities were working day and night to ensure the elections are free, fair and peaceful, adding that security agencies are constitutionally mandated to protect all citizens, regardless of political affiliation.
“There will be no chaos here. If you are busy planning chaos, then you should expect the system to come for you,” he said.
He stressed that anyone who threatens voters or seeks to destabilise the country will be dealt with firmly, “regardless of the political colours”.
Addressing the media, Magambo dismissed suggestions that the state would stand by in the face of unrest, saying security forces would not allow destruction or lawlessness.
“I will be lying to you, the fourth estate, if I say we are going to sit down and smile as you burn the city. That will not happen,” he said.
“If you are planning anarchy, prepare yourself. Prepare, because that is what the constitution has asked us to do,” he added.
Magambo’s warning comes amid heightened political tension as the country heads into presidential and parliamentary elections scheduled for Thursday.
Security agencies say they have observed increased rhetoric and actions by some political actors that could threaten the peaceful conduct of the polls.
According to officials, intelligence assessments point to isolated groups and individuals mobilising supporters, spreading inflammatory messages and vowing to cause disorder if election outcomes do not go their way.
In recent weeks, authorities have also raised concerns about the misuse of social media to incite violence and undermine public confidence in the electoral process.
Security agencies further allege that some opposition politicians have used political gatherings to incite crowds and encourage chaos on polling day and in its aftermath.
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