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Nyong’o stressed that while the county government remains a key development partner, security is primarily a national government mandate, calling for swift intervention to restore order.
Speaking on Radio Generation on Monday, he said it was contradictory for the Interior Ministry to make public accusations without demonstrating enforcement through arrests and prosecution.
Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen says political leaders mobilising youth for violence now pose the greatest security threat, even as Kenya reports gains against banditry and recovers 2,000 illegal guns.
He accused rival political factions linked to Governor Fernandes Barasa and Woman Representative Elsie Muhanda of orchestrating attacks that left several people injured and property destroyed.
The National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security cautioned that the rise of political goons is quickly becoming a dangerous norm that must be addressed urgently.
Omollo said the government is intensifying security operations to restore stability in affected regions.
The leaders, led by Funyula MP Wilberforce Oundo, issued a stern warning to the Inspector General of Police, cautioning against what they termed as failure to protect citizens.
The Principal Secretary cautioned that while the country has largely experienced calm in recent months, isolated incidents of unrest continue to occur and must be dealt with firmly through lawful processes.
Appearing before the Senate Plenary on Wednesday, Murkomen said areas such as Kitengela, parts of Nairobi and Machakos have long been hotspots for criminal activity linked to political patronage.
The court ruled that the suspects do not pose a security threat and upheld their constitutional right to bail.
Murkomen emphasized that proper and regular training is key to reducing incidents of police brutality during public gatherings.
Speaking on NTV on Tuesday, Sifuna recounted how young supporters had to intervene during a recent rally in Kakamega to prevent serious harm, emphasizing that attempts to intimidate or obstruct his movement will no longer succeed, describing it as “unstoppable.”