Speaking on Friday during the passing-out parade of General Service Unit recruits at the National Police College Embakasi Campus in Nairobi, Kanja said the reforms were being implemented in line with the government’s strategic direction.
By Chrispho OwuorJustice Patricia Nyaundi found Kanja in contempt after police blocked several roads leading into Nairobi's Central Business District (CBD), despite an existing court order requiring officers to give the public prior notice before putting up roadblocks or barricades during the demonstrations.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe Senate has escalated pressure on Inspector General Douglas Kanja, asking why police have not arrested Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo to appear before the County Public Accounts Committee. The committee says Guyo has continued public and political activities while the IG sought to reschedule due to a trip to China.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe Interior CS said all units within the National Police Service operate under the established command structure headed by the Inspector General of Police.
By Bradley BosireHis defence comes amid renewed scrutiny of Kanja’s leadership following the alleged abduction of Standard Group Associate Editor Alex Kiprotich on September 1, 2026
By Chrispho OwuorThe CS made the remarks during the 59th Administration Police Recruits Passing-Out Parade at the National Police College, Embakasi ‘A’ Campus in Nairobi on Friday, where he explained that the officers had completed nine months of training and were entering a service whose effectiveness depended on discipline, integrity and public trust
By Chrispho OwuorThe Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja said training remains at the centre of police reforms and is key to building a disciplined and professional service capable of responding to the country’s changing security needs.
By Chrispho OwuorThe National Police Service says its 2022 preparations included an Election Security Secretariat, an Election Security Management Manual and training programmes developed with the IEBC and other institutions. The framework identified threats including public disorder, criminal gangs, political incitement, election-related violence and electoral offences
By Chrispho OwuorPresident William Ruto is expected to officially unveil and commission the uniform on Friday during the Kenya Police Service pass-out parade at the Kiganjo Police Training College in Nyeri County.
By David AbonyoMatiang’i, who was accompanied by Party of National Unity (PNU) leader Peter Munya, also turned his focus to the 2027 General Election, urging residents of the Mt. Kenya region to vote against Ruto.
By Maureen KinyanjuiIn a letter dated August 20, Gachagua described the Homa Bay incident as “a shame of the highest magnitude in post-independence Kenya” and said Kanja should have resigned over the security breakdown.
By David AbonyoGachagua is scheduled to visit the constituency on Friday, August 21, 2026, at the invitation of DCP candidate Vincent Rotich, who contested the Emurua Dikirr by-election held on May 14
By Chrispho OwuorAccording to the CS, some of those wearing camouflage and similar uniforms have recently been appearing at political meetings under the pretext of providing security despite having no legal mandate to do so.
By Bradley BosireThe Nairobi Metropolitan Police will be headed by Commandant Tom Odero, who will report to the Deputy Inspector General of the Kenya Police Service.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking on Saturday during a security visit to Keringet in Nakuru County, the Inspector General said the National Police Service would not allow officers assigned to VIP protection to be used for unlawful activities or for purposes outside their constitutional mandate.
By Bradley BosireThe extension means security agencies will continue carrying out enhanced operations across the listed areas as authorities respond to ongoing security concerns.
By Bradley BosireThe case arises from orders issued by Justice Mutai on June 25, 2026, directing the Principal Secretary for Basic Education and the County Education Board to register Gatoto Community Primary School as a private non-profit APBET primary school under the Basic Education Act.
By Bradley BosireSpeaking during the launch of the internationally accredited Forensic Evidence Management Unit and the Multi-Biometric Identification System (MBIS) Version 5 at the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) headquarters in Nairobi, Murkomen said the country's policing system had shifted from traditional methods to technology and science-driven investigations.
By David AbonyoHe cautioned that such methods risk undermining confidence in state institutions and pushing the country towards instability if left unchecked
By Chrispho OwuorThe Ol Kalou parliamentary seat fell vacant following the death of three-term Jubilee MP David Njuguna Kiaraho on March 29, 2026, while receiving treatment at Nairobi Hospital
By Chrispho OwuorSpeaking during a media briefing in Nairobi on Tuesday, Kanja said the National Police Service had put in place elaborate security measures ahead of Thursday's by-election, assuring residents that they would be able to exercise their democratic rights in a peaceful, secure and credible environment.
By David AbonyoThe organisations claimed recent incidents point to an escalating pattern of surveillance, arbitrary arrests, enforced disappearances and harassment aimed at silencing civic actors advocating for transparency and public finance accountability.
By Samuel OtienoAddressing residents in Lolmolok, Suguta Ward, Samburu County on Thursday, July 9, Murkomen said the renewed operation will target criminal elements operating in Samburu, West Pokot, Tiaty and Isiolo.
By Maureen KinyanjuiIn a statement issued on Saturday, July 4, 2026, the National Police Service (NPS) said the attack happened along the Kisii–Keroka Road on Friday, July 3, targeting a political group travelling through the area.
By Samuel OtienoSpeaking during security inspections in Kitengela on Thursday, Kanja maintained that Kenya remained stable despite heightened tensions surrounding memorial activities marking the anniversary of the 2024 anti-government protests.
By David AbonyoUnder the new framework, police commanders will be expected to closely monitor political activities in their areas, identify groups likely to cause disruptions and take action before incidents escalate into violence.
By Bradley BosireAddressing senior police officers during a high-level security summit at the National Police Leadership Academy in Ng’ong on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, Kanja said the National Police Service would not allow criminal gangs to regain ground in any part of the country.
By Bradley BosireAssistant Inspector General Johana Tonui has been appointed Commandant of the General Service Unit (GSU) effective immediately, following senior police transfers approved by the National Police Service Board. Frederick Egesa Nyongesa becomes deputy.
By Bradley BosireInspector General of Police Douglas Kanja warned during a multi-agency meeting that early campaigning, organised criminal gangs and misinformation could threaten stability ahead of Kenya’s 2027 General Election.
By Chrispho OwuorMurkomen said a national Election Security Preparedness Framework has already been completed, drawing lessons from past elections dating back to 1992. He said the framework focuses on electoral violence, misinformation, cyber threats, hotspot mapping, and stronger coordination between institutions involved in election management and security.
By Chrispho Owuor