Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has revealed plans to crack down on and prosecute politicians suspected of sponsoring criminal gangs across the country.
The CS issued the new directives on Tuesday, April 8, during a community engagement forum in Kwale County, where he warned that the government would no longer tolerate insecurity, which he claims is mainly sponsored by political elements.
According to Murkomen, organised gangs on the coast, such as the "Panga Boys," comprised of youth of school-going age, were being used by powerful individuals to further specific political agendas. "While I appreciate the cooperation of local leaders who are working closely with security agencies to curb crime, it is regrettable that some politicians are sabotaging these efforts by bankrolling criminal groups," said Murkomen during the meeting, which brought together residents, elected leaders, chiefs, assistant chiefs, security personnel, civil society groups, youth representatives, and community elders. Kipchumba Murkomen delivering his speech during the official rollout of the National Mobile Registration Outreach Programme in Nakuru County on Wednesday, March 19.
Photo Kipchumba Murkomen The CS added, "I have directed their immediate arrest and prosecution.
