National Police Service Act Stories

IG of Police Douglas Kanja bans firearms, orders immediate surrender in Marsabit's troubled zones
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 12, 2025

The order, published in a gazette notice dated July 10, 2025, takes effect immediately and applies to 13 localities under the ongoing security operati...

CS Kipchumba Murkomen extends security operation in Marsabit’s 13 trouble spots for 30 more days
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 12, 2025

The extension was made under Section 106(6) of the National Police Service Act, 2011, and follows consultations with the National Security Council.

Police broke law in blogger Ojwang’s arrest, says ex-IPOA commissioner as cover-up claims deepen
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 15, 2025

Waiganjo said that Ojwang’s transfer was carried out beyond the lawful jurisdiction of the arresting officers, who ignored the required procedural ste...

Shock as National Police Service Commission chair candidate collapses, dies before interview
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Mar 26, 2025

Jilo was among four candidates shortlisted for the interview by the selection panel for NPSC nominees.

IPOA calls for legal framework to extend its oversight to KWS, KFS, Prisons Service
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 07, 2025

Issack emphasised that IPOA is prepared to handle complaints involving officers from KWS, KFS, prisons and even county government enforcement units.

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