Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has dismissed reports of an invasion of Mandera by Jubaland forces, downplaying fears and assuring security in the region. Speaking in Busia, Murkomen stated the government will address criminal elements according to international law. However, Acting Inspector General of Police Gatiba Natembeya issued a warning regarding the presence of Jubaland forces inside Kenya. Reports indicated Jubaland soldiers had launched an invasion in Mandera, prompting Natembeya to call for the President's resignation. Concerns are growing in Mandera over the presence of the forces, with Kiambu MPs calling for calm.
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has dismissed reports of an invasion of Mandera by Jubaland forces. Speaking in Busia at the start of his jukwaa la usalama tour of Western Kenya, Murkomen affirmed the government's commitment to address criminal elements according to international law.
CS Murkomen has downplayed fears and assured security in Mandera despite the presence of Jubbaland forces. This comes as concerns are raised about the security situation in the region.
Acting Inspector General of Police Gatiba Natembeya issued a warning regarding the presence of Jubaland forces within Kenya. This advisory was delivered during a press briefing in Nairobi, emphasizing the potential security implications for the nation.
A significant incident has unfolded in Mandera, where Jubaland soldiers reportedly launched an invasion. Following this event, Natembeya has called for the President to resign from office.