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To manage the exam, 342,687 personnel have been deployed, including invigilators, supervisors, centre managers and security officers. Ogamba also highlighted a public reporting system that allows Kenyans to flag cheating attempts and officer misconduct.
IPOA confirmed in a statement on October 28, 2025, that the National Police Service had informed them of the shooting on October 22, 2025, which led to immediate investigations.
According to IPOA, the teenager was reportedly arrested at Narosusura Police Station on suspicion of committing a minor offence and sustained injuries while detained. He is currently receiving treatment at Narok County Referral Hospital as authorities probe the incident.
In a statement on Monday, IPOA expressed concern about recent incidents where officers have been attacked, police stations vandalised, and property destroyed. The oversight body noted that the trend threatens both public safety and the integrity of the police service.
The oversight body has already begun collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses, and reviewing police procedures linked to the incident.
In a statement on his X on Monday, LSK boss Faith Odhiambo, said they are closely monitoring the case.
Between January and June last year alone, IPOA monitored 38 public order operations. The review found that the NPS often fell short of meeting the professionalism and accountability standards required under Article 244 of the Constitution.
The survey by the International Justice Mission highlights that an independent lab would protect Ipoa’s investigations from potential interference and safeguard its credibility.
Ipoa chairperson Issack Hassan said most of the cases involve officers suspected of unlawful conduct during the Gen Z demonstrations and the Azimio cost of living protests in late 2023 and early 2024.
In its report tabled on August 5, the National Assembly Committee on Administration and Internal Security committee said the changes would strengthen Ipoa’s ability to carry out its mandate
Murkomen strongly defended police officers deployed during the recent wave of violent protests, saying they had every right to use force where necessary.
