New Presidential Escort Commander Appointed After Ruto Security Breach in Ganze
The changes followed the order by Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, who ordered immediate changes in Ruto's security team after a man attacked him at the presidential dias when he was speaking at an event in Ganze, Kilifi county...
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Following a security breach involving President William Ruto at an event in Ganze, Kilifi County, the National Police Service has announced immediate changes to his security detail.
- William Sawe has been appointed the new Commander of the Presidential Escort Unit (PEU), replacing Noah Kirwa Maiyo.
- The changes were ordered by Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja to enhance security protocols.
- Juda Matthews Gwiyo, Deputy Commandant of PEU, was directed to proceed on leave ahead of his retirement, with George Kirera appointed as his replacement.
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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.
