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Urgent Call for Action Amid Rising Insecurity: Politicians, NIS, and Police Urged to Intensify Efforts

The growing wave of insecurity in Trans Nzoia has sparked a sharp call for immediate and coordinated intervention from politicians, law enforcement agencies, and intelligence services.

The  Director of the Centre for Transparency and Accountability (CETRA)
Juma Kiboi, has made a serious allegation that certain politicians in the region have been encouraging and enabling youth involvement in criminal activities, exacerbating the ongoing violence.

Kiboi emphasized that this issue must not be ignored, describing the involvement of some politicians—both directly and indirectly—as a key driver of the escalating crimes.


 "We cannot overlook the increasing involvement of certain politicians—both directly and indirectly—in perpetuating these crimes. It is crucial that they stop manipulating the youth for their own selfish gains," he remarked during a recent press briefing.

Kiboi’s remarks come on the heels of an ongoing crackdown by local law enforcement, which has already led to the arrest of over 360 suspects.

 However, Kiboi argued that the situation remains precarious, noting that a more comprehensive approach is needed to dismantle the criminal networks operating in the region.

In his statement, Kiboi underscored the critical role of the National Intelligence Service (NIS) in addressing the crisis. 

He called for heightened surveillance and investigations, particularly into politicians who may be complicit in perpetuating the violence.

"The NIS plays a vital role in uncovering the networks behind this insecurity. If we are to restore peace, the NIS must ensure that politicians fueling this violence are held accountable," Kiboi stressed. 

He added: "There is no room for leniency when it comes to those who are manipulating the youth and endangering the future of this region."

 Community leaders and civil society groups are now rallying for a unified response that includes both stronger law enforcement and more responsible political leadership.

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