KIPCHUMBA MURKOMEN, E.G.H
@kipmurkomen • 2,943,572 subscribers
Husband, Father, Son, Brother & Uncle. Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Interior & National Administration, Kenya. I am both a work of art and an artist at work.
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Mr. James Gathogo Njeri this is how your car white Mercedes Benz KCX 959B class E-250 was being driven on Mombasa road in one of those “where is the Minister” moments. We are concerned and a responsible citizen has alerted us. We shall do what we must.
KIPCHUMBA MURKOMEN, E.G.H1,045,995 views • 2 years ago
Some of the challenges facing our country today are a reflection of our generation's failure to impart values to our children. In the current fast-paced world, parents are increasingly distant from their children, leaving their upbringing to the internet and teachers. The result are children who are poorly equipped to navigate the demands of today's society.
KIPCHUMBA MURKOMEN, E.G.H18,089 views • 20 days ago
My Statement on Conditions for the Use of Firearms by Police Officers I have seen debates, reactions, and expressions regarding my recent statement on the use of firearms by police officers. My statement was made contextually and consciously with clarity of mind based on the express provisions of the law. No leader, scholar, jurist, journalist, blogger, or opinion shaper has challenged me on the law. At my age, position, and experience, I cannot utter statements that are not supported by the Constitution and the law. Throughout my career, I have never, in my conduct or utterances, found myself on the wrong side of the law. Indeed the Sixth Schedule of the National Police Service Act, in Paragraph B(1), provides the conditions for use of firearms by the Police as follows: 1.Protecting the lives of officers or civilians 2.Self-defense against imminent threats of death or serious injury protection through justified force 4.Preventing the escape of felony suspects from lawful custody I ask all those who are spreading misinformation, disinformation, and fake news to challenge me on the law. Those who are saying I issued an order to the police should show where the order is. A mere restatement of the law as it exists cannot amount to giving an order to the police. The Police are mandated by law to operate within the constitutional framework, the statutes, and the departmental standing orders. In any case, I have no constitutional powers to give such orders; instead, I have a duty to support the police and to formulate policy recommendations to aid the application of law in the enforcement of law and order. Our police officers who are attacked by robbers, rioters, and arsonists—who have torched police stations, stolen rifles, burnt suspects alive, and burnt property worth millions of shillings, including courts —cannot be left helpless when they have been given the authority by the Constitution and the law to defend themselves, the citizens, and their property. The law is in black and white.
KIPCHUMBA MURKOMEN, E.G.H213,277 views • 1 year ago
The success we have achieved in combating banditry across the country has been driven by intelligence-led operations, partnership with local communities, and adherence to the rule of law-not excessive use of force. The events of the past few days in Ang’ata Barikoi, which have resulted in the tragic loss of a police officer, injuries to civilians, destruction of property, and loss of livestock, are deeply unfortunate and unacceptable. I extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends of the fallen police officer. I also convey my sincere sympathies to the people of Ang’ata Barikoi for the loss of property and injury occasioned by these events. The Inspector-General of Police has been fully briefed that any operation likely to endanger innocent citizens be halted immediately. Investigations are underway, and any officer found to have acted excessively will be held accountable.
KIPCHUMBA MURKOMEN, E.G.H10,698 views • 12 days ago
The ongoing national conversation is important and must not stop. I'm happy to provide clarity on the state of affairs with regards to our transport infrastructure. For the last two years, we have, for instance, been grappling with pending bills amounting to Ksh 165 billion. Despite this, as a Ministry, we have made tremendous progress, doing what we could with the available resources, and I am ready to account for the strides we have made so far in the road, air, water and rail transport. #DrivingChange
KIPCHUMBA MURKOMEN, E.G.H261,780 views • 2 years ago
This Tuktuk was stopped by NTSA and traffic police officers while carrying eight passengers instead of the recommended four on the Kisumu-Nairobi Road. Needless to say it was dangerously overloaded. I hope the cyclist, who fled the scene, will be made to face justice for his reckless behaviour. To all passengers, please don't encourage this kind of unsafe road behaviour by keeping quiet. Protest when you see a bus driver or a Tuktuk cyclist starting to overload. Let's stop risking lives on our roads. Remember that road safety is everyone's responsibility.
KIPCHUMBA MURKOMEN, E.G.H290,632 views • 2 years ago
While at NTSA Headquarters in Upper Hill this afternoon, I spoke to Maurice, a customer based in Mombasa, who has been waiting for his digital number plate for a while now. Despite the number plate being ready for collection and a notification sent to him from NTSA - Nairobi confirming the same, unnecessary bureaucratic processes and red tapes have led to delays in dispatching the number plate. I have instructed officials at NTSA - Nairobi to fast-track the delivery process and ensure Maurice receives his digital number plate by Monday next week. This principle should apply to all our customers.
KIPCHUMBA MURKOMEN, E.G.H259,468 views • 2 years ago
A positive mindset is the key to success in any endeavour.
KIPCHUMBA MURKOMEN, E.G.H150,113 views • 1 year ago
STATEMENT ON THE SECURITY SITUATION IN ANG'ATA BARRIKOI, TRANSMARA SOUTH SUB-COUNTY I wish to extend a message of heartfelt condolences to the families of the people who lost their lives today during the skirmishes that ensued in Ang'ata Barrikoi over a disagreement stemming from land demarcation exercise. I regret that the situation led to needless loss of lives and injuries both to the police and civilians. Investigations are ongoing to establish the number of deaths, the people responsible for the deaths and those who instigated the tension. Security has been beefed up in the area and we appeal for calm and restraint. The government is committed to protecting lives and property of every citizen and no one can take away their property illegally.
KIPCHUMBA MURKOMEN, E.G.H106,488 views • 1 year ago
There’s no scheme whatsoever to undermine Chief Justice Martha Koome or the Judiciary. What happened was a matter of three police officers assigned to the CJ who had been promoted and were leaving for training. Our CJ is one of the most-guarded public officers with 32 security personnel assigned to her. Even with the three officers proceeding for training, she will remain with 29 at her service. We remain committed to providing security to all public officers who are entitled to it.
KIPCHUMBA MURKOMEN, E.G.H112,555 views • 1 year ago
Notwithstanding the challenges we face as a nation, there is significant progress over the past two years that deserves recognition. For instance, the shilling has stabilised, and prices of basic commodities such as flour have dropped considerably. It's important to view the glass as half full, not half empty. I encourage us to critique the government objectively, factually, and with a focus on offering solutions.
KIPCHUMBA MURKOMEN, E.G.H116,345 views • 1 year ago
The Government has scrapped charges on IDs for first time applicants.
KIPCHUMBA MURKOMEN, E.G.H56,194 views • 1 year ago