Major Overhaul Ordered in President Ruto’s Security After Kilifi Breach
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja announced the changes on Sunday, terming the incident a grave security lapse and warning that any compromise involving the President’s safety would be treated as a matter of national security. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | ..
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A significant security overhaul has been ordered for President William Ruto's protection following a breach during a public event in Kilifi County on Sunday.
- Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja announced the changes, calling the incident a grave security lapse.
- The incident involved a man getting close to the President on stage during a speech in Ganze.
- President Ruto intervened, urging security not to mistreat the individual, and later downplayed the situation.
- A special investigations team has been formed to examine how the security layers were bypassed.
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IG Kanja Orders Changes to Ruto's Security Detail After Kilifi Breach - May 2026
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has announced immediate changes to President William Ruto's security detail following a significant breach during a public event in Ganze, Kilifi County on Sunday, May 24, 2026. An individual briefly approached the President during a thanksgiving event, touching his shoulders before being restrained. The National Police Service has initiated significant changes, with William Sawe appointed as the new Commandant of the Presidential Escort Unit, replacing Noah Kirwa Maiyo. Senior officers in the Presidential Escort Unit have been reshuffled as part of the security overhaul ordered after the breach.
