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National Assembly approves Douglas Kanja's nomination as IG

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National Assembly approves Douglas Kanja Kirocho's nomination as the next Inspector General of Police. [Boniface Okendo, Standard]

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.

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