Authorities have assured the public that the capital is fully ready to host a secure, well-organised, and peaceful national celebration.

Nairobi Regional Commissioner Gilbert Kitiyo, speaking at an interview on December 11, 2025, emphasised that logistical and security arrangements are complete, with the primary challenge remaining the mobilisation of attendees.

“In terms of infrastructure, that is, in terms of the stadiums, the stadium is well built now. Now, if you look at other aspects like security, Nairobi has the numbers in terms of security. We have the numbers in terms of departments and preparedness,” Kitiyo said.

“So generally, Nairobi is almost always ready to host this event. So ours was just to put in place all the necessary things that are required to make it a success.”

Mobilisation and logistics challenges

While military parades and disciplined forces are always prepared, bringing thousands of ordinary Kenyans and entertainment troupes to the venue remains the biggest hurdle.

“Normally, the biggest challenge is the mobilisation of persons to come for the occasion. But all the other aspects, for example, if you talk about the military parade, the military is always ready.”

“When we talk of the groups, the entertainment groups, that could also be a challenge to some extent, because they have to be brought from different areas. Then they practise for one to two months before they are completely ready,” Kitiyo explained. “But generally, we don’t have a lot of serious challenges. That’s why I can assure Kenyans that we are ready for the event.”

Comprehensive security measures

With close to 30,000 people expected, security agencies have implemented a multi-layered safety plan, starting from residential estates to the stadium itself. “First of all, we want to start from the estates. Because when you invite almost 30,000 people to Nyayo, it means so many homes will be left unattended. And therefore, we have started by securing the estates.”

“Number two, we will secure the routes which lead to and from Nyayo. Then we will also secure the parking because we don’t want people to lose their vehicles in the parking or their valuables. Then we have also put in place very good crowd control measures,” Kitiyo said.

Contingencies for terrorism, medical emergencies, and stampedes have also been arranged. The National Disaster Operations Centre (NDOC) is activated, hospitals are on standby, and the stadium has been segmented for orderly seating and group identification.

Authorities have urged attendees to cooperate with security personnel, arrive early, and remain vigilant to ensure that the day remains a safe and joyful national milestone.