In a bold move to combat the rising tide of narcotic drug abuse, the government has appointed a team of expert analysts to spearhead the fight against illicit substances.

Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration Kipchumba Murkomen on Friday gazetted the names of 18 highly skilled professionals who will play a crucial role in identifying, analyzing, and ensuring the safe disposal of dangerous drugs.

Among those who were appointed are Jane Nafula Kisutia, Dorcus Nzilani Muthusi, Jackson Siele, Paul Bwora Wahoye, Jerusha Waithera Mugo, Salvine Cheruto Katukoi, Godwin Khamala Waliama, David Kiara Muthomi, Mercy Nkarye Runya, and Catherine Mbete Nzuve.

Others are Hemed Abeid Munis, Khadija Abdullahi Boya, Alexander Mbae Mburia, Luge Victoria Kiugha, Beth Purity Makena Gitonga, Christine Naserian Kudate, Felista Kairithi Henry, and Crispin Njeru Nguru.