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The Guild also wants alleged links between the vehicle used in the June incident and the National Police Service’s Crime Research and Intelligence Bureau investigated, warning that attacks on journalists threaten media freedom, democracy and the public’s right to know.
The revelation was made by senior police officer Andrew Limo, who told the inquiry that the National Police Service surveillance network was not operational on the evening of June 20, 2024.
The Report's mandate was to examine the legal, policy, administrative, institutional and operational barriers affecting the three services and recommend reforms to improve welfare, accountability and service delivery
Taking to his X account on Monday, Matiang’i said the government had taken a different approach when police uniforms were changed during his tenure, involving the National Youth Service (NYS) and other institutions in production as part of efforts to reduce costs, strengthen local capacity and create opportunities for Kenyans
The NPS said the new uniforms are being manufactured by Bedi Investments Limited, which was awarded the contract after a procurement process involving four Kenyan textile manufacturers.
The attackers fled with the animals following the raid, but their attempt to escape was cut short after a multi-agency security team was alerted and launched an immediate pursuit.
Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony, Susan M. Burns, Chargé d’Affaires and head of mission at the US Embassy in Kenya, said the project would help Kenya develop a police service capable of dealing with the changing nature of crime and security threa
Ruto also warned politicians against creating private militias or using intimidation to advance their political interests as the country heads towards the 2027 elections.
The new outfit replaces the navy-blue uniform currently worn by the officers and comes with sky-blue shirts, dark-blue trousers and berets. Female officers will also have dresses under the new uniform design introduced by the National Police Service (NPS).
KUCO General Secretary and CEO Gibore Maroah said the union was informed about the arrest and later received reports that Wanjiru had been removed from the station.
Treasury figures show that most of the money released in July was meant for day-to-day operations. Sh39.7 billion went towards recurrent spending, including salaries and administrative expenses, while Sh4.9 billion was set aside for development.
Masengeli said the police would also ensure that Kenyans continue to enjoy their political and civil rights, but warned that those freedoms must be exercised within the limits set by the Constitution.