Funny Moment as Gen Z Force Police Officer to Join ‘Wantam’ Chants During Protests
- Youth across Kenya, especially in Nairobi, held demonstrations in honour of those killed during the June 2024 anti-Finance Bill protests
- While some protesters faced off with police in running battles, others shared lighter and more humorous moments with the law enforcers
- Kenyans online were quick to share hilarious comments and jokes about the moment, with some praising the officer for his composure
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Kenya's Generation Z (Gen Z) took to the streets in various towns across the country to demonstrate in commemoration of the youth who were killed during the June 2024 protests.
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While some protesters in Nairobi’s CBD engaged in running battles with police officers amid clouds of teargas, others shared heartwarming and humorous moments with law enforcers.
Kenyans force police to chant 'wantam'
One such incident involved a police officer who found himself alone and surrounded by protesters chanting along the streets of Nairobi.
The youthful demonstrators followed the officer as he walked, attempting to move out of the crowd, which was loudly chanting, “Gen Z, Wantam!”
Several protesters playfully held onto the officer's shoulder, seemingly urging him to join in the chant.
The officer smiled as he tried to make his way through the crowd, who continued to hold on to him in good humour.
A video clip of the moment circulated widely on social media, sparking laughter and reactions from Kenyans online.
Kenyans react to viral video of police with protesters
Sharon Awuor:
“Aki, this is hilarious. Anyway, that’s the only option in such a situation.”
Engnr Jabir Bin Hassanovic:
“Don’t bring Gen Z into the field when he’s wearing a uniform!”
Big Bro Sonko Boy:
“Your life matters most in such situations. Say whatever you need to escape.”
Empowerment Shallom Onesmusthemo:
“When the bush is on fire, the chameleon must abandon the walking style of his ancestors.”
Gichana Jose:
“The cop is a Gen Z too, so he found himself among his peers and couldn’t do anything bad to them.”
Samuel Kasigwa:
“Something is wrong with the youth. Kenya needs divine intervention.”
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Police officer apologises to Kenyans
In other news, TUKO.co.ke reported that a police officer took to social media to offer a heartfelt apology to the public.
The officer, identified as Hiram, expressed remorse for failing to fulfil his mandate as expected by the people he serves.
Referring to Kenyans as his employers, he urged fellow officers and politicians to remain humble and set aside their pride when dealing with citizens.
What did President Ruto say about Gen Z protests?
TUKO.co.ke also reported that President William Ruto addressed the Wednesday, June 25, protests from Kilifi county, where he was attending a funeral.
The head of state called for unity and peaceful demonstrations, noting that the country should focus on progress rather than destructive actions.
He said his administration is committed to development and highlighted priorities such as job creation, healthcare, and food security instead of lawlessness.
Ruto was in the coastal county to condole with the family of governor Gideon Mung'aro following the death of his father, Gideon Mung’aro Senior.
Proofreading by Jackson Otukho, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
