The Interior Ministry says security is being ramped up nationwide for the holidays. Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen stated the overall situation is stable, but warned that this period often sees more crime and traffic issues. A national command center has been activated to coordinate all security agencies for surveillance and rapid response.
Officers from every branch, including police and intelligence services, have been deployed. All leave has been canceled. Regional and county centers are also active to improve coordination. Personnel are posted at key spots like airports, borders, malls, beaches, and places of worship.
The government highlighted a specific crackdown on illegal alcohol and drug trafficking. Operations also target organized crime groups, gender-based violence, and religious extremism. Murkomen urged the public to stay alert and work with police to ensure a safe season.
Officers from every branch, including police and intelligence services, have been deployed. All leave has been canceled. Regional and county centers are also active to improve coordination. Personnel are posted at key spots like airports, borders, malls, beaches, and places of worship.
The government highlighted a specific crackdown on illegal alcohol and drug trafficking. Operations also target organized crime groups, gender-based violence, and religious extremism. Murkomen urged the public to stay alert and work with police to ensure a safe season.
