Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has issued a stern warning to politicians who incite Kenyans, saying the government will not hesitate to take legal action—regardless of political affiliation or status.
Speaking during a high-level security meeting in Baringo County on Friday, Murkomen emphasized that anyone found fueling ethnic or political tensions will be treated like any other criminal.
“There are politicians who thrive on incitement. It doesn’t matter whether you’re in government or the opposition—if your words endanger lives, the law will deal with you,” Murkomen said.
With a seasoned political background, the Interior CS said he would personally engage political leaders who are found to be stoking division but insisted that law enforcement must remain impartial.
“I will have face-to-face conversations with those involved, but the National Police Service must operate independently and free from political interference,” he stated.
Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen meeting with the security committees from Baringo County at Kampi Samaki on May 2, 2025./MINA
Murkomen added that the crackdown on incitement is part of a broader strategy to ensure accountability and equal application of the law, without favoritism based on region or political loyalty.
The CS also highlighted the success of Operation Maliza Uhalifu (OMU), a security initiative aimed at ending cattle rustling and banditry in the Kerio Valley region.
He credited the operation with restoring peace and stability to previously volatile areas.
“To maintain this peace, we are strengthening cooperation between local communities, security officers, and administrative leaders,” Murkomen said, adding that feedback from the ground is helping the ministry refine its security strategy.
Last week, the ministry convened a joint security meeting in Elgeyo Marakwet and Isiolo counties, bringing together officers from across the Rift Valley.
Those in attendance included regional and county security teams, chiefs, police commanders, and senior ministry officials.
