NAIROBI, Oct. 20 (Xinhua) -- Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta on Friday called on citizens to remain vigilant in wake of terror bombings in Somali capital Mogadishu last week.
Speaking during celebrations to mark the Heroes Day in Nairobi, Kenyatta also urged Kenyans to report any suspicious persons bent on undermining the country's security from within and across the borders.
"Our neighbor Somalia recently suffered a terrorist attack where many innocent lives were lost. On behalf of all Kenyans, I send my heartfelt condolences to the people of Somalia," he said.
The Kenyan leader whose country has been attacked by terror group Al-Shabaab said the Mogadishu attack which has claimed over 300 lives, is a sobering reminder of the dangerous times we live in.
"At this juncture I wish to salute and celebrate our disciplined forces for braving all risks to keep all of us secure. Unfortunately, some of them have lost their lives in the line of duty," Kenyatta said.
A massive car bomb on Oct. 14 detonated outside the entrance to a hotel in Mogadishu, which is home to government offices, hotels and restaurants.
Later in the day, a second bombing was reported in the city. Sources said the bombers targeted the heavily guarded international airport where several countries have embassies.
The Al-Shabaab which usually stages such attacks has not commented on the twin bombings, which have been roundly condemned by the international community.
