Lawyer Ahmednasir Abdullahi has called for changes in Kenya’s internal security leadership following violent disruptions that marred the Linda Mwananchi movement’s activities in Homa Bay on Sunday.
Taking to his X account on Monday, Abdullahi said the clashes, roadblocks, tear gas and reported attacks witnessed during the political mobilisation should prompt the government to rethink its approach to internal security.
He questioned the continued tenure of Internal Security Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo and urged Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen to adopt a new security strategy ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Abdullahi argued that the events in Homa Bay raised concerns about the effectiveness of the country’s current security leadership and called for decisive changes to prevent similar incidents during the election period.
“The goonism we saw in Homa Bay can only mean one thing. It is time for a radical change to the political leadership in the internal security ministry. I think the time for PS Raymond Omollo is up and CS Murkomen needs serious reflection and new strategy as we approach 2027,” Abdullahi said.
His comments followed a turbulent day in Homa Bay, where the Linda Mwananchi convoy encountered roadblocks, confrontations and tear gas as it travelled through the county for political rallies.
Large stones were placed across key roads from the early hours, disrupting movement around the planned gatherings. Police later used tear gas as groups attempted to interfere with the convoy.
The disruptions did not prevent the movement from proceeding with its programme.
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and other leaders reached Nyandiwa, where they addressed residents after the convoy navigated the affected routes.
Reports also indicated that vehicles associated with the movement were targeted and journalists covering the events were assaulted, with equipment reportedly stolen.
Siaya Governor James Orengo condemned the attacks and accused unidentified groups of deliberately interfering with the convoy.
He also criticised the police response, while maintaining that the movement would continue with its planned activities despite the disruption.
The incidents came after concerns had already been raised over possible disruption of the Homa Bay rallies. Orengo had earlier alleged that groups were being organised to sabotage the movement’s planned activities in the county.
The Sunday events intensified questions over how effectively security agencies are managing political mobilisation as the country moves towards the 2027 General Election.
Omollo is the Principal Secretary in the State Department for Internal Security and National Administration, while Murkomen is the Cabinet Secretary responsible for the Interior and National Administration docket.
Their responsibilities place the ministry at the centre of national security coordination and public-order management.
Abdullahi’s remarks now add pressure on the two officials following the Homa Bay incidents.
His call for a new strategy also places political security ahead of 2027 under renewed scrutiny, particularly over the protection of political gatherings, freedom of movement and the ability of security agencies to prevent violence without appearing partisan.
For now, Abdullahi’s intervention over coming months in Kenya is likely to deepen debate over whether the current internal security leadership has the capacity and strategy required to manage an increasingly competitive political environment without allowing violence or intimidation to undermine public participation.