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Speaking during the 59th Administration Police Recruits Passing-Out Parade at the National Police College, Embakasi ‘A’ Campus in Nairobi on Friday, Murkomen said investment in police officers was critical because human resources remained the most important component of national security
In her judgment, Justice Wasilwa explained that the Constitution clearly defines the separate roles of the NPSC and the Inspector General. She pointed out that while the NPSC has a mandate to oversee police affairs at a policy level, it cannot interfere with the IG’s independent control over the police force.
The National Police Service Commission (Recruitment and Appointment) Regulations, 2025, have been presented to the National Assembly for debate and approval, marking a major shift in how new officers will be selected across the country. The proposed framework introduces strict checks and a transparent step-by-step process aimed at ensuring that only competent and deserving candidates are admitted into the service.
Physical and medical fitness are mandatory, along with a clean criminal record free of convictions or pending charges. Height requirements are 5 feet 8 inches for male candidates and 5 feet 3 inches for female candidates.
Article 245 assigns the IG command over the police, including implementing policy, overseeing operations across the country and deploying officers below the rank of Superintendent.
Appearing before the National Assembly Security Committee on Tuesday, NPSC Chief Executive Officer Peter Leley said measures have been put in place to guarantee fairness, including the use of independent observers and digital tools.
Komora promised to uphold the Constitution with diligence and work closely with stakeholders to restore public confidence in the police.
The petitioners claim that the top security officers neglected their constitutional duty to protect lives