Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja Stories

Police IG Douglas Kanja moves Bungei, spokesperson in latest changes in NPS ranks
Mary Wambui  |  Jan 16, 2025

Kwale Police Commander Ali Nuno has been promoted to be the Coast regional police commander.

Pressure mounts on NIS boss Noordin Haji as lobby calls for his resignation over abduction scandal
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 16, 2025

The Justice Alliance also expressed frustration with Police IG Kanja's claim of ignorance regarding the perpetrators of the abductions.

Interior CS Murkomen to challenge court ruling holding police IG liable for junior officers’ actions
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 13, 2025

The ruling centred around a decision made by former IG Koome to suspend the rights of KMPDU members to strike.

Ex-DIG of Police Gabow defends leadership during 2022 Bomas chaos
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 10, 2025

"We were working for the IEBC as employees. Whatever we did is the same principle I could even use tomorrow if I am made in charge," he explained.

Defiance of court orders by police bosses a sign of failure in security leadership, says Nairobi Senator Sifuna
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 09, 2025

Senator Sifuna expressed disappointment at what he termed as an apparent belief among some security leaders that they are above the law.

How High Court judge wrestled top cop Gilbert Masengeli in legal tussle over abducted rights activists
Joseph Ndunda  |  Jan 03, 2025

The push and pull went on during which Justice Mugambi summoned Masengeli seven times, but the top cop ignored all these summonses.

NPS to unveil digital police stations to enable Kenyans file complaints online - IG Kanja
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 22, 2024

IG Kanja said embracing technology would enhance professionalism and transform police stations into centres of excellence.

KMPDU notifies Police of peaceful demo on Monday to push for better working conditions
Amina Wako  |  Dec 14, 2024

KMPDU has threatened a nationwide strike starting December 22, 2024, if their demands remain unmet.

IG Kanja directs Internal Affairs Unit to replace arbitrarily transferred officers
Mary Wambui  |  Oct 26, 2024

The unit has been struggling with a lack of funds, which consequently affects its detectives' mobility during investigations.

Police urge public vigilance as 339 murders reported in two months
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 24, 2024

The NPS has reiterated its commitment to ensuring justice is served for the victims and their families.

Senator Omtata, two others want court to quash Kanja's appointment as IG
Joseph Ndunda  |  Sep 25, 2024

The trio has argued that Kanja's appointment was a culmination of an unconstitutional, illegal, and uncompetitive recruitment process.

Kanja puts criminals on notice as he takes over as new police IG
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 20, 2024

He called on Kenyans to take an active role in safeguarding the country by working closely with security agencies.

Ruto directs new police IG Douglas Kanja to shield NPS from manipulation
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 19, 2024

He urged Kanja to uphold the integrity of the police force and ensure equal treatment for all citizens under the law.

Douglas Kanja to undergo Parliamentary vetting next week for IG position
Mary Wambui  |  Aug 05, 2024

Deputy Inspector General in charge of the Administration Police Mr Gilbert Masengeli is serving as Acting Inspector General of Police pending the vett...

Why resigning as Interior boss during protests was not an option - Kindiki
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 01, 2024

The former Tharaka Nithi Senator stated that he could only resign if his policy was illegal.

Ruto nominates Douglas Kanja as new Inspector General of Police
Mary Wambui  |  Jul 25, 2024

The president has at the same time picked Mr Eliud Lagat for Deputy Inspector General in charge of Kenya Police and Mr Gilber Masengeli for Deputy Ins...

Police reforms group demands competitive process for new IG appointment
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 17, 2024

PRWG-K noted that the next Inspector General must meet the key qualifications outlined in section 11 of the National Police Service Act.

National Police Service Commission advertises for Deputy IG positions
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 15, 2024

All interested and qualified applicants have until Wednesday, July 17 at 5 pm to submit their applications.

Kenya mission to Haiti likely to delay again
Mary Wambui  |  May 22, 2024

A US official says a deployment by the end of this week was impossible, for logistical reasons.

KMPDU threatens to sue IG Koome over crackdown on striking doctors
Bashir Mohammed  |  Apr 14, 2024

The KMPDU and several groups want Koome to retract his directive to police commanders and apologise.

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