Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen. Photo: Kipchumba Murkomen X.
The government has announced plans to establish permanent police and military bases in the Kerio Valley as part of a broader strategy to restore lasting peace and security in the region.
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said the initiative will include the construction of a Kiganjo style training center, aimed at strengthening security operations and improving the capacity of officers deployed to the area. The move marks a significant shift from temporary deployments to a long-term security presence designed to curb banditry and related criminal activities.
Speaking on the progress made so far, CS Murkomen revealed that more than 1,000 illegal firearms have been recovered in the last six months through intensified security operations. He noted that the recovery of the weapons has played a key role in improving safety and reducing incidents of violence across the Kerio Valley and neighboring regions.
According to the Interior CS, the permanent bases will enhance rapid response capabilities, improve intelligence gathering, and foster closer collaboration between security agencies and local communities. He emphasized that the government remains committed to addressing the root causes of insecurity, including the proliferation of illegal arms.
Murkomen also urged residents to continue cooperating with security agencies, saying sustainable peace can only be achieved through a joint effort between the government and local communities. The new security infrastructure is expected to significantly boost confidence, stability, and development in the historically volatile region.
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