Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen has ordered stronger security in two Ruiru estates.
Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen directs police to remove unlawful occupants and strengthen security at Two Rivers Crescent and Imani Estates.
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has issued a Ruiru eviction order targeting illegal occupants at Two Rivers Crescent and Imani Estates. He also directed police to strengthen security amid a land dispute in the Kiambu County estates.
Murkomen announced the measures after meeting representatives of both estates in Mukuyu on November 11. The meeting addressed residents’ complaints and security concerns linked to the contested properties.
Ruiru eviction order follows ownership dispute
The dispute centres on land connected to the late former intelligence chief, James Kanyotu. Residents maintain that they bought their plots legally and hold valid title deeds.
However, some members of Kanyotu’s family have challenged some of the transactions. The disagreements have reportedly escalated into allegations of intimidation, trespass and threats of forced eviction.
In a statement after the meeting, Murkomen said police must immediately remove all unlawful occupants from the disputed properties. He stressed that officers have a duty to safeguard lives and property and prevent lawlessness.
The CS also warned that anyone who broke the law would face action. His directive comes amid competing claims over ownership and residents’ concerns about their safety.
More officers, patrols and a police vehicle
Meanwhile, Murkomen announced plans to deploy more police officers in the constituency and introduce regular patrols in both estates. The government will also provide Ruiru Police Station with a vehicle to improve mobility and responses to security incidents.
He warned firearm holders against misusing their weapons, including those with valid licences. Anyone found responsible would face withdrawal of their firearms under the law as well as criminal charges.
Murkomen also cautioned police officers against neglecting their responsibilities while handling the dispute. Officers found to have failed in their duties would face disciplinary action, he said.
Deputy Inspector General of Police Gilbert Masengeli assured residents of their safety. Directorate of Criminal Investigations Director Mohamed Amin also pledged thorough investigations into the concerns they raised.
