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Douglas Kanja

Also known as: Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja · Inspector General Douglas Kanja · IG Douglas Kanja · IG Kanja · Inspector-General of Police Douglas Kanja · IG of Police Kanja · police IG · Police IG Kanja · Inspector General Dauglas Kanja · Inspector General · Assistant Inspector General · Inspector-General Douglas Kanja · Inspector General Kanja · Mr Kanja · Police IG Douglas Kanja · Inspector-General Kanja · Inspector-General of the National Police Service Douglas Kanja

Inspector General of Police whose authority to recruit and manage uniformed officers was upheld by the Court of Appeal in October 2026.

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October 2026
19 OctCitizen Digital
… oola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); The former vice president linked the state operatives to the skirmishes, urging the Inspector General of police Douglas Kanja …
Kalonzo demands arrest of all suspects behind violence at Raila's memorial
19 OctThe Standard
… In a fresh twist to the legal battle, lawyers for Kwengu & Company Advocates have written to Inspector-General of Police Douglas Kanja demanding that police prepare to arrest Kerich and take him to prison after the October 15 deadline passed without the required payment. …
Charles Kerich faces another arrest, three-month jail term
16 OctCitizen Digital
… veteran officer Lazarus Opicho By Citizen Reporter October 16, 2026 06:45 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize The National Police Service has paid tribute to Senior Assistant Inspector General …
Police fraternity bids farewell to veteran officer Lazarus Opicho
16 OctCitizen Digital
Court of Appeal upholds ruling giving IG power to recruit police officers By Dzuya Walter October 16, 2026 02:28 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Police IG Douglas Kanja speaks when he appeared before the Se …
Court of Appeal upholds ruling giving IG power to recruit police officers
16 OctCapital News
… Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja apologised after the National Police Service’s initial account said Ojwang had died after hitting his head against a wall. …
Police Reform: Has accountability changed how Kenyans experience the police?
16 OctThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeThe Court of Appeal has handed Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja a major win in a row over who, the IG or the National Police Service Commission (NPSC), has the power to hire constable police officers and control the Sh60 billion payroll. …
IG has power to hire police officers, Appeals Court deals blow to NPSC
14 OctCitizen Digital
… Deputy Inspector-General of the Kenya Police Service Eliud Lagat, speaking on behalf of Inspector-General Douglas Kanja, who was away on official duties, said Elgeyo-Marakwet, Uasin Gishu and West Pokot counties had enjoyed three years of peace. …
Government links security to development ahead of Mashujaa Day
13 OctCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 13 — Kenya and Italy are exploring closer cooperation in cybersecurity and technology-driven security operations as Inspector-General of Police Douglas Kanja leads a Kenyan delegation on bilateral engagements in Italy. …
Kenya, Italy deepen security cooperation as IG Kanja visits cybersecurity agency
8 OctCapital News
… Murkomen on Thursday met senior security officials led by Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja to review ongoing security reforms, with the meeting focusing on the legal and institutional arrangements needed to make the county policing structures fully functional. …
Murkomen moves to operationalize county policing authorities amid push for community-led security
8 OctThe Standard
… Subscribe to our newsletterAt the meeting the CS was accompanied by Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, Directorate of Criminal Investigations Mohamed Amin and several top police bosses and ministry officials.Murkomen said that the government would beef up security in the …
Police recover firearm, and livestock in Turkana operation

World & Region

Vocal Africa seeks court order for missing Tanzanian activist

The News

Human rights organisation Vocal Africa has filed an urgent habeas corpus application at Kenya's High Court seeking the immediate production of Tanzanian opposition activist Twaha Mwaipaya, who was allegedly abducted by armed men in Kamulu, Nairobi, on October 25, 2026. The organisation is asking the court to compel security agencies to produce Mwaipaya within 24 hours and disclose the circumstances surrounding his alleged detention.

14 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

Yesterday

Vocal Africa seeks court order for missing Tanzanian activist
Human rights organisation Vocal Africa has filed an urgent habeas corpus application at Kenya's High Court seeking the immediate production of Tanzanian opposition activist Twaha Mwaipaya, who was allegedly abducted by armed men in Kamulu, Nairobi, on October 25, 2026. The organisation is asking the court to compel security agencies to produce Mwaipaya within 24 hours and disclose the circumstances surrounding his alleged detention.
14 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 27 October

Law Society escalates police recruitment authority to Supreme Court
The Law Society of Kenya has filed a notice of appeal to the Supreme Court challenging a Court of Appeal judgment that affirmed the Inspector General of Police's authority to recruit uniformed police officers.
27 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 22 October

NPS vows cooperation with IPOA over journalist Francis Ode arrest
The National Police Service has pledged full cooperation with IPOA in its investigation following the arrest of Royal Media Services journalist Francis Ode, with the NPS Internal Affairs Unit also investigating the incident. The NPS stressed its commitment to supporting journalists and maintaining professional relationships with the media.
22 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 20 October

RMS editorial director condemns police assault of Citizen TV reporter
Linus Kaikai, editorial director of Royal Media Services, has condemned the arrest and assault of Citizen TV reporter Francis Ode by plainclothes police officers during fuel price protests in Nairobi's CBD on Tuesday, describing the incident as "lawless, unwarranted and primitive" and calling on the National Police Service and Ministry of Interior to stop unlawful operations.
20 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Editors Guild demands probe over journalist assault
The Kenya Editors Guild has condemned the arrest and alleged assault of Citizen TV journalist Francis Ode by police during fuel price protests in Nairobi's CBD on Tuesday, calling for an apology from the Inspector General of Police and assurances of journalist protection while on assignment.
20 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
IG Kanja approves promotion of 1,948 police officers
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has approved the promotion of 1,948 National Police Service officers whose promotions had been pending. The officers had completed required promotional courses and met advancement conditions, with promotions expected to take effect accordingly.
20 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
KEG and CJAK condemn arrest, injury of Citizen TV journalist
Kenya's media industry bodies have condemned the arrest and manhandling of Citizen TV journalist Francis Odee by police along Kimathi Street while covering demonstrations. Odee was detained at the Central Police Station before being released, and the groups have called for accountability and an apology from Police IG Douglas Kanja.
20 October 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 19 October

Kalonzo demands wider probe into Raila memorial violence
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has called on the Inspector General of Police to widen investigations into violence that disrupted the first anniversary memorial of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, demanding arrest and prosecution of alleged planners and financiers. Kalonzo accused the government of using state actors and hired gangs to disrupt opposition activities.
19 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Court affirms IG's authority; 1,948 officers promoted
The Court of Appeal has dismissed appeals by the National Police Service Commission and the Law Society of Kenya, upholding the Inspector-General's constitutional authority over uniformed police officers' management. Following this decision, Inspector-General Douglas Kanja has approved the promotion of 1,948 officers whose advancement had previously stalled.
19 October 2026 · Capital News →
Court affirms IG's authority; 1,948 officers promoted
Kenya's Inspector-General Douglas Kanja has approved the promotion of 1,948 police officers following a Court of Appeal decision that upheld his constitutional authority to independently manage uniformed officers, dismissing challenges from the National Police Service Commission and Law Society of Kenya.
19 October 2026 · Capital News →
Kalonzo demands arrest of violence suspects at Raila memorial
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has called on security to arrest more suspects behind chaos at Raila Odinga's first death anniversary at Migwena grounds in Siaya on October 15, 2026, saying five arrests are insufficient and planners and financiers should also be pursued.
19 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Charles Kerich faces arrest over unpaid legal fees
Nairobi County executive Charles Kerich faces imminent arrest and a three-month jail sentence after missing a Sh36.7 million payment deadline in a Sh106.7 million legal fees dispute with Kwengu & Company Advocates. The lawyers have requested police arrest him following his failure to meet an October 15 payment deadline under a court-approved settlement agreement from July.
19 October 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 16 October

Police fraternity mourns Senior Assistant Inspector General Lazarus Opicho
The National Police Service has paid tribute to Senior Assistant Inspector General Lazarus Simiyu Opicho following his death on September 29, 2026. Inspector General Douglas Kanja described him as a dedicated officer whose decades of service left a lasting mark on policing in Kenya, with roles including Commandant of Security of Government Buildings and VIP Protection Unit, and founding head of the Judiciary Police Unit.
16 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Court of Appeal upholds IG's power to recruit police officers
The Court of Appeal upheld a High Court ruling that the Inspector General of Police, not the National Police Service Commission, has power to recruit uniformed police officers. The court ruled that Article 246(3) of the Constitution limits the commission's mandate to civilian staff within the National Police Service, while uniformed officers fall under the IG's independent command.
16 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police reform and accountability mechanisms questioned in Kenya
More than a decade after the 2010 Constitution established a framework for policing, Kenyans continue to report difficulty holding police accountable for misconduct, citing fears of retaliation and concerns that accountability mechanisms have not meaningfully changed how citizens experience policing.
16 October 2026 · Capital News →
Court of Appeal affirms IG's power to hire police constables
The Court of Appeal ruled that the Inspector General of Police, not the National Police Service Commission, has the power to hire constable police officers and control the Sh60 billion police payroll. The three-judge bench found the law is clear about the IG's independence as head of the police service.
16 October 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 14 October

Government links security, sports, economy ahead of Mashujaa Day
Speaking at Eldoret's Mashujaa Day Thematic Week, the Principal Secretary for Interior and National Administration Raymond Omollo linked improved security to economic growth, education access, and sports infrastructure development, and commended North Rift communities for cooperating with security agencies in recovering over 3,000 illegal firearms.
14 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 13 October

Kenya, Italy deepen security cooperation on cybersecurity
Inspector-General of Police Douglas Kanja led a Kenyan delegation to Italy for bilateral engagements, meeting Italy's National Cybersecurity Agency and visiting Leonardo's Cyber and Security Solutions Division to strengthen cooperation in cyber crisis management and technology-driven security operations.
13 October 2026 · Capital News →

Thursday 8 October

Murkomen accelerates county policing authorities to strengthen community security role
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen is moving to operationalize County Policing Authorities to give communities a more structured role in policing and strengthen accountability at the county level. The authorities, already provided for under the National Police Service Act, will be chaired by governors and include representatives of national security agencies, county assemblies, and community interests.
8 October 2026 · Capital News →
Police recover firearm and livestock in Turkana County operation
Police recovered 290 sheep, a firearm and ammunition from a lorry in Kainuk, Turkana County, and arrested the driver. The sheep are suspected to have been stolen from Lokichar within the county.
8 October 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 7 October

Security forces lack resources for sustained banditry operations
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen told Parliament that security personnel and equipment deployed to tackle banditry in Samburu, Meru and Isiolo are inadequate for sustained operations, citing difficult terrain, poor roads, limited communication networks and long distances between security installations as constraints. Between June and September, 14 people were killed and 17 injured, while security agencies recovered 2,395 illegally held firearms and 3,221 stolen livestock in the affected areas.
7 October 2026 · Capital News →

Tuesday 6 October

Government maps 109 criminal gangs ahead of 2027 election
Kenya's government has identified 109 organised criminal gangs operating across the country, up from 89 declared illegal in 2016, warning that their involvement in violence and use of youth groups for political intimidation pose a security threat as the country approaches the 2027 General Election. Western Kenya has 38 of these groups, the Rift Valley 22, and Nairobi 20.
6 October 2026 · Capital News →

Saturday 3 October

MPs summon security chiefs over Samburu livestock killings
The Inspector General of Police and Interior Cabinet Secretary have been summoned to Parliament to answer questions about the killing of over 700 livestock by police during a security operation in Samburu. Samburu Governor Leti Lelelit presented a petition seeking compensation for the affected families.
3 October 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 1 October

Security operations killing livestock raise collective punishment concerns
A security operation in Samburu East that killed livestock while pursuing stolen animals and illegal firearms has prompted questions about whether legitimate security action becomes collective punishment of innocent residents and their livestock.
1 October 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 29 September

DP Kindiki orders fresh inspection of alcohol manufacturers
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has directed fresh inspection of alcohol manufacturing premises to ascertain compliance with applicable standards and regulations, as the government intensifies enforcement against illicit alcoholic drinks and drug abuse.
29 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
DP Kindiki orders inspections of alcohol manufacturers for compliance
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has directed fresh inspection of alcohol manufacturing premises to ensure compliance with regulations, as part of the government's crackdown on illicit alcoholic drinks and drugs.
29 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Government pledges to fight illicit alcohol and drugs nationally
The Government says it will sustain its crackdown on illicit alcohol and drug abuse through intelligence-led operations and multi-agency enforcement. It plans to build at least one public rehabilitation centre in every county within the next year, with each facility estimated to cost KSh60 million.
29 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Deputy President orders fresh inspections of alcohol manufacturers nationwide
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has directed the Ministry of Interior and National Administration and enforcement agencies to re-inspect all alcohol manufacturing premises to ensure compliance with standards and regulations as part of the government's intensified crackdown on illicit brews.
29 September 2026 · Capital News →
Senior police commander Lazarus Opicho dies at 65
Senior Assistant Inspector General of Police Lazarus Opicho, Commandant of the Security of Government Buildings and VIP Protection Unit and pioneer commander of the Judiciary Police Unit, has died after an illness. Inspector General Douglas Kanja and Chief Justice Martha Koome paid tribute to his decades of service to the police and judiciary.
29 September 2026 · Capital News →
Senior Assistant Police IG Lazarus Opicho dies
Senior Assistant Inspector General of Police Lazarus Opicho, Commandant of the Security of Government Buildings and VIP Protection Unit, has died following an illness while undergoing treatment at Aga Khan Hospital in Nairobi. Inspector General Douglas Kanja described him as a dedicated and exemplary servant whose leadership will be deeply missed.
29 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →