National Assembly approves Douglas Kanja's nomination as IG
National
By
Stephanie Wangari
| Sep 18, 2024
The National Assembly has approved Douglas Kanja Kirocho's nomination as the next Inspector General of Police, with his swearing-in ceremony scheduled for next Thursday at State House.
During the debate on the special motion, Members of Parliament expressed confidence in Kanja's leadership abilities.
"We need an Inspector General who will step out of air-conditioned offices and address the realities on the ground. From personal experience, I can attest that Mr. Kanja listens to concerns raised by MPs, and I am confident he will deliver," said Samburu West MP Naisula Lesuda.
In addition to voicing their support, MPs urged Kanja to address the growing issue of enforced abductions and disappearances that have plagued the country in recent times.
"The President has made it clear-he does not want disappearances or impunity. We hope that the new IG will assist the police in solving this," said Kilifi North MP Owen Baya.
READ MORE
Why Mbadi wants IEBC to reduce Sh64b election budget
How Kenyans lost Sh10bn through shadowy investments
Kenyan startups outshine Africa with three major innovation wins
Why every Kenyan must protect their personal data
Konza inks deal with Moroccan firm to deliver AI certification
AG's office in the spot for hindering KenGen's cheaper power plan
Pesalink, PAPSS deal cuts currency barriers for Kenya cross-border payments
Manyanja Mall: Quickmart, Goodlife and Rubis among anchor tenants of Sh400 million mall
Econetix inaugural CORSIA deal channels carbon finance to Africa
Industry leaders push to accelerate social governance in brokerage
Rarieda MP Otiende Amollo echoed these sentiments, adding, "This is a period marked by unexplained disappearances and abductions. There have been far too many instances of these in recent times."
Amollo also criticized Acting Inspector General Gilbert Masengeli for his ongoing contempt of court.
"This nominee [Kanja] is being appointed at a time when the police service is under intense scrutiny, especially for impunity. The acting IG is currently showing complete disregard for the courts," Amollo said.
During his vetting last month, Kanja vowed to fight corruption in the National Police Service by introducing name tags and body cameras.
Kanja previously served as the Deputy Inspector General of the Kenya Police Service and was the Commandant of the General Service Unit (GSU) for five years.
He also held the position of Deputy Commandant of the GSU for three years and was the County Police Commander in charge of Kilifi County.