Senators have called on the Ministry of Interior and National Administration to provide regular and detailed reports on the efforts being made to rescue the abducted chiefs and restore security in Mandera County.
Nominated Senator Mariam Omar told the Senate that the abduction of four chiefs, one assistant chief, and the daughter of one of the chiefs in Wargadud Town on February 3, this year, with the victims still missing after 44 days, is a grave concern for the local residents.
Omar pointed out that the four chiefs and the assistant chief were on official duty, travelling to Elwak Town to join the Deputy County Commissioner for a security meeting in preparation for President William Ruto's week-long development tour of the North Eastern Region. "We are urging the government to prioritise the immediate and safe return of these abducted leaders and civilians," said Omar. "The government should strengthen security forces, enhance border security, and improve infrastructure, education, and economic opportunities to reduce the number of individuals vulnerable to coercion by militant groups," she added.
The nominated senator also called on the government to provide physical support, financial assistance, and community engagement programmes to help the affected families cope with the trauma and uncertainty surrounding the whereabouts of their loved ones.
