Murkomen in The Senate Chambers on Thursday, February 12.
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has assured Kenyans that the country’s security situation remains generally stable, even as the government intensifies operations against criminal networks ahead of the electioneering period.
Speaking on Thursday, February 12, when he appeared before the National Assembly Speaker’s Kamukunji to update MPs on the state of national security, Murkomen said the government is adopting intelligence-led operations and multi-agency collaboration to safeguard public order.
“We are fully committed to ensuring the safety and security of all Kenyans through intelligence-led operations, community engagement, modernization of security infrastructure, legislative reforms, and enhanced accountability,” he told lawmakers.
Murkomen outlined a raft of measures aimed at curbing emerging and persistent security threats.
Among them is an intensified crackdown on drug trafficking syndicates, which he described as a growing concern in several parts of the country.
He said security agencies are working to dismantle the networks behind the trade.
The CS also singled out criminal elements operating within the boda boda sector, noting that the government is collaborating with the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) and county governments to streamline the industry.
He said all operators will be required to register under SACCOs and be assigned specific operating zones to enhance traceability and accountability.
On cross-border crime, Murkomen said Kenya is strengthening inter-agency collaboration through regional and international cooperation forums to combat transnational criminal activities.
Addressing insecurity in banditry-prone areas, the CS reported significant progress in containing livestock theft and related violence.
However, he noted that authorities are ramping up multi-agency, intelligence-driven operations to dismantle criminal networks still active in affected regions.
Murkomen further revealed that security agencies are on high alert to deal with political goons who may attempt to disrupt public order as political activities gain momentum ahead of future elections.
He maintained that while challenges persist, the government remains firm in its resolve to uphold law and order across the country.