The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has strongly condemned the alleged shooting of livestock and use of extra-judicial measures by multi-agency security officers during a disarmament operation in Baringo County.

• Over 70 cattle, 10 camels, and 50 goats were reportedly killed in Silale area on January 26, 2026, by officers from the Special Operations Group (SOG).
• KNCHR Chairman Claris Ongagah stated that communities in the region are predominantly pastoralist and depend almost entirely on livestock.
• The KNCHR urged security agencies to comply with the Constitution and international human rights standards, recommending compensation for affected civilians and a holistic approach to insecurity.

National and Internal Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has applauded the success of ongoing security operations in parts of Turkana, Laikipia, and the wider Kerio Valley. He stated that these interventions have significantly disrupted criminal activities, particularly banditry, and are yielding positive results.

• Murkomen highlighted operations along the Turkana–West Pokot border, in Mukogodo Forest near the Laikipia–Isiolo boundary, and in parts of Samburu.
• The Cabinet Secretary issued a stern warning that the government will deal decisively with those shielding criminals and address emerging criminal gangs across the country.
• He commended the Church for its role in promoting peace and unity, emphasizing collaboration with religious institutions for regional stability.

Inspector-General of Police Douglas Kanja has gazetted a new specialised police unit, the National Government Administration Police Unit (NGAPU), to support chiefs and assistant chiefs in their duties and enforce government policies across Kenya.

• The NGAPU was officially gazetted on December 23, 2025.
• The unit's primary function is to provide protective security to government officers and support national government administrative officers in their lawful duties within administrative units, especially in high-risk areas susceptible to banditry and terrorism.
• President William Ruto directed the establishment of this unit with 1,860 officers in December 2025 during a meeting with nearly 15,000 chiefs.

The Kenyan government has officially established the National Government Administration Police Unit (NGAPU), a new specialized unit within the National Police Service, to bolster support for government operations and enhance grassroots security.

• The establishment was announced by Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, via Legal Notice No. 201 on December 24, 2025.
• NGAPU will provide protective security to government officers, enforce national policies, and assist in conflict management, with officers also tasked with apprehending offenders and preserving exhibits.
• The unit will have a Commandant responsible to the Deputy Inspector General of the Administration Police Service and will be structured with regional, county, sub-county, and ward/division unit officers.
• NGAPU officers will be entitled to applicable allowances as determined by the NPSC and will receive assistance from police stations when making arrests or needing support.