Lobby group sues Murkomen, IG Kanja over Orengo's security
A lobby group has moved to the High Court seeking orders to compel CS Murkomen and IG Kanja to immediately reinstate Governor Orengo's security detail...
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A lobby group, the Centre for Litigation Trust, has filed a lawsuit at the High Court seeking the immediate reinstatement of security officers allegedly withdrawn from Siaya Governor James Orengo.
- The lobby group claims Governor Orengo's personal and residential security detail was withdrawn on May 19, 2026, without notice or replacement.
- Key respondents in the case include Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja.
- The lawsuit argues the withdrawal is discriminatory and violates constitutional protections afforded to State officers, exposing the governor to unnecessary risk.
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