Tension in Vihiga as Police, Boda Boda Riders Clash Over Motorbike Seizures

Author: kenyans.co.kePublished on: May 4, 2026Country: Kenya

Society & Lifestyle

Tension in Vihiga as Police, Boda Boda Riders Clash Over Motorbike Seizures

Tensions erupted on Sunday, May 3, 2026, along the Busia-Kisumu highway as boda boda riders protested against a crackdown on motorbikes by authorities. The protesters blocked sections of the road, lit fires, and erected barricades, leading to clashes with police who used tear gas to disperse the crowd. Businesses in Luanda town were forced to close early due to the escalating violence.

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