Raymond Omollo Stories

PS Omollo urges IPOA Board to champion human rights and police accountability
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jan 13, 2025

The PS reassured the new IPOA board members of the government's full support as they work to uphold justice, strengthen accountability, and protect hu...

Police actions on anti-femicide protesters were uncalled for- Interior PS
Charles Adinda  |  Dec 12, 2024

The police's actions also drew criticism from Amnesty Kenya and the Law Society of Kenya who issued a joint statement condemning the disruption of the...

Government announces new public safety measures ahead of festive season
Mary Wambui  |  Dec 04, 2024

The PS said the move has been triggered by what he referred to as a marginal rise in criminal activities across the country.

12 people killed in latest floods as nearly 4,000 households displaced nationwide
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 03, 2024

The floods have caused widespread destruction, with multi-agency teams, including the National Disaster Operations Centre and the Kenya Red Cross, lea...

Government calls for enhanced measures to tackle illicit arms trade
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 20, 2024

He emphasised the need to bolster coordination and improve information sharing to combat the proliferation of small arms and light weapons effectively...

Nairobi first to kick off countrywide peace forums after months' delay
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 13, 2024

Nairobi County has 11 sub-counties, each with a security committee responsible for its peace efforts.

PS Omollo orders transfer of 117 Deputy Commissioners in wake of anti-govt protests
Mary Wambui  |  Jul 20, 2024

The move that coincides with the management of anti-government protests that have been happening across major towns countrywide.

Govt sets aside Sh2.7 billion annual budget for village elders' salaries
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 21, 2024

Expressing confidence in having the elders on the government payroll, PS Omollo said the resources required are manageable.

NGOs report reveals increased funding as only 2,829 organisations file returns
Mary Wambui  |  Jun 18, 2024

In his statement, read by Njenga Miiri, the Principal Administrative Secretary, Interior Permanent Secretary Raymond Omollo revealed that only 2,829 N...

Interior PS reiterates government's plan to support Kenyans affected by floods
Mary Wambui  |  May 04, 2024

138 camps have been set up to accommodate people living in flood-prone areas including 33 in various parts of Nairobi.

Government unveils plan to combat livestock theft, contaminated food
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 16, 2024

PS Omollo announced that multi-agency teams have been formed and tasked with identifying hotspots for the illegal slaughter of all livestock and arres...

President Ruto chairs security meeting to address North Rift insecurity
Amina Wako  |  Mar 30, 2024

During the meeting, President Ruto emphasised the government's commitment to tackling the persistent challenges facing the North Rift.

Illicit arms top of agenda as Nairobi summit discusses regional security
Mary Wambui  |  Mar 04, 2024

Twenty-six East and Southern African countries are reviewing the implementation of previously agreed protocols for preventing the flow of illicit arms...

State launches revised border security plan in fight against organised crime
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 04, 2024

The programme's launch is a vital step towards ensuring the security and efficiency of Kenya's ports of entry and exit, Interior Principal Secretary R...

Implementation of Maraga report on police reforms remains top priority - PS Omollo
Barack Oduor  |  Feb 26, 2024

The PS said reviewing the salaries of police officers is a top agenda of the government.

Amid floods, government says victims' welfare a top priority
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Jan 15, 2024

The organisers said they were keen to bring back mass weddings following a decline accelerated by the Covid-19 pandemic.

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