Murkomen Defends Police IG, Warns Against Ethnic Profiling and GoonismMurkomen Defends Police IG, Warns Against Ethnic Profiling and Goonism
By MINA media
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has defended Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, saying he continues to enjoy the confidence of Kenyans despite criticism from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
Speaking on Thursday, Murkomen dismissed attacks directed at the police chief, stating that there was no basis to question his leadership.
“There is no pending impeachment against you. It means that, as the Inspector General, you have the trust of the people of Kenya,” Murkomen said.
The CS said the government’s investments in the security sector under President William Ruto’s administration had significantly improved the country’s security, arguing that Kenya is experiencing one of its safest periods in recent years.
He cited reduced cases of terrorism, banditry and other criminal activities, saying security statistics demonstrate the progress made.
Murkomen also revealed that more than 3,000 suspects were arrested during the unrest that accompanied the 2025 protests, dismissing claims that the government had failed to act against lawlessness.
Addressing allegations of sexual violence during the Ol Kalou by-election, Murkomen urged the media to verify information before publishing claims that could inflame public tensions. He also challenged doctors who allegedly treated victims to record statements with investigators to support criminal investigations and ensure justice is served.
The Interior CS welcomed what he described as a change of position by religious leaders, saying bishops who had previously opposed police action against criminal gangs are now supporting efforts to curb goonism.
“I’m happy that the bishops have changed their position and now want goons to be dealt with. We now have a national consensus that this issue must be dealt with,” he said.
Murkomen directed police officers to intensify operations against criminal gangs, assuring them of the government’s full backing in restoring law and order.
He also condemned remarks by Gachagua describing some people from the Central Kenya region as “traitors,” warning that such statements could fuel ethnic profiling and division.
Calling on the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) to act decisively, Murkomen urged the commission to enforce laws against hate speech and prevent the formation of unlawful groups based on ethnicity.
He warned that any attempts to mobilize illegal groups along ethnic lines would be dealt with firmly in accordance with the law.
