Ruto Creates a New Police Unit for Nairobi
The orders were made at State House, Nairobi, during the signing of a new pact between the national government and Governor Sakaja's administration...
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President William Ruto has directed the Cabinet Secretary for Interior to establish a dedicated Nairobi Metropolitan Police Unit within 60 days to address security challenges in the capital.
- The directive aims to enhance security in Nairobi.
- The order was given to Kipchumba Murkomen, the Cabinet Secretary for Interior.
- The unit is expected to be formed within a timeframe of 60 days.
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