Kipchumba Murkomen Stories
The CS noted that policy interventions by the ministry had improved access to identification services, particularly among marginalised communities. Th...
To ensure that civilians are more involved in security, Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen said going forward, student leaders, boda boda leaders, and mat...
The measure is part of the interventions being planned to take criminal activities across institutions countrywide, amongst them the sale and distribu...
The meeting seeks to collect feedback on challenges affecting security in the city and issues hindering officers from effectively carrying out their d...
The Nairobi Edition marks the culmination of a nationwide security dialogue that has traversed 46 counties over the past six months.
Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said the decentralisation of police training would enhance the effectiveness...
Murkomen reaffirmed the government’s commitment to safeguarding national pride, stressing that the recent desecration of the Kenyan flag would not go...
The five chiefs, drawn from Wargadud East, Qurahmudow, and Chachabole administrative units, were abducted in February by suspected members of the outl...
Murkomen assured the community that the government will continue deploying more NPRs and incentivising officers to ensure lasting peace in the region.
Kenya’s decision to proscribe both groups reflects broader security priorities—particularly preventing the spread of extremist ideologies and blocking...
The latest cache of 19 additional firearms, 109 rounds of assorted ammunition, and one rifle grenade was handed over to security officers in Kerio Val...
CS Kipchumba Murkomen noted that while challenges are inevitable when introducing new processes, they should be addressed practically rather than theo...
Murkomen also announced plans to establish a patrol base at Usenge Beach, which will work with Muhuru Bay and Isebania posts under a multi-agency team...
This is as the family prepares to bury him today (Wednesday) at his home in Mua, Machakos County, following a memorial service at St John’s Catholic C...
LSK has urged the public to report any officers acting in violation of the ruling, saying it is prepared to take legal action against those found culp...
The CS pointed to weak community structures, citing the Kenya Alliance of Residents Association (KARA), which he said ought to play a stronger role in...
Murkomen warned that some boda boda operators were being misused for political purposes, with criminal elements infiltrating the sector to harass, bea...
He noted that the Ministry of Lands is working on ways to speed up succession processes to address the disputes, while also exploring land consolidati...
Murkomen singled out boda boda gangs, rogue groups involved in traffic disruptions, funeral invasions and robberies, as a growing security threat.
Murkomen expressed satisfaction that inflammatory rhetoric has reduced in recent months, highlighting progress in the fight against the vice.
Murkomen dismissed reports that Jubaland forces had allegedly crossed into Mandera, urging politicians not to exploit security matters for political g...
Murkomen said the threat of gangs in the area is not limited to towns but extends deep into villages.
The CS expressed concern over the rising number of cult-related deaths, lamenting what he described as the collapse of community vigilance and respons...
He, however, stated that if individuals have crossed the border as a result of fighting in the neighbouring country, the government will establish the...
The annual event that kicked off last year brings together previously warring communities from six counties, including Baringo, Samburu, Elgeyo Marakw...
The crackdown aims to target miraa vehicles often driven at dangerous speeds, which pose a serious threat to residents of Kirinyaga and Embu counties.
IG Kanja stressed that “no one is above the law” and action would only be taken if Gachagua or his supporters violated the law.
Murkomen said that while Kenya has remained peaceful during Gachagua’s absence, police are ready to act should his return trigger unrest.
Murkomen said all 8,102 chiefs will undergo a three-week paralegal and security management programme, with the first batch of 1,000 already identified...
