Internal Affairs Unit — police department investigating complaints and misconduct against officers, as referenced in recent probes into alleged police mishandling and bribery.
… Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has directed the Internal Affairs Unit (IAU) to conduct an independent assessment of the incident, including determining whether any operational lapses by security officers contributed to the violence. …
… The service further said Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja had directed the Internal Affairs Unit (IAU) to fast-track investigations into all aspects of the violence, including identifying any operational gaps that may have contributed to the incident. …
… Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has since directed the Internal Affairs Unit to conduct a thorough, professional and impartial investigation into the incident and submit its findings within seven days. …
… "The Service strongly condemns all forms of unprofessional conduct, excessive force, or breaches of established procedures," read the statement."The Inspector General has directed the Internal Affairs Unit to conduct a thorough, professional, and impartial investigation into the …
… In a parallel move, Paul Maingo Mumo was transferred from the Directorate of Quality Assurance to become Director of the Internal Affairs Unit (IAU), the department responsible for investigating complaints against police officers and strengthening accountability within the servic …
… Assistant Inspector General Paul Maingo Mumo has been redeployed from the Directorate of Quality Assurance to take over as Director of the Internal Affairs Unit, the body responsible for investigating misconduct within the police service. …
… Sources familiar with the matter told The Standard that the case has been forwarded to the Internal Affairs Unit (IAU), which is now investigating allegations of bribery and abuse of office linked to the release of the suspects on Monday. …
… Kanja also praised the Internal Affairs Unit for improving discipline and accountability within the police service through investigations into misconduct and collaboration with the Independent Policing Oversight Authority. …
The Director of Public Prosecutions has urged Milimani Law Courts to reject an application by three accused persons—Jane Wangechi Kabiu, Eric Mwaura Karugu, and Benjamin Githara Karugu—seeking to reduce their Sh700,000 cash bail terms, citing alleged witness interference, threats against the complainant, and failure to attend court. The three face criminal charges over the alleged fraudulent transfer of their sister Victoria Nyambura Karugu's shareholding.
The Director of Public Prosecutions has urged Milimani Law Courts to reject an application by three accused persons—Jane Wangechi Kabiu, Eric Mwaura Karugu, and Benjamin Githara Karugu—seeking to reduce their Sh700,000 cash bail terms, citing alleged witness interference, threats against the complainant, and failure to attend court. The three face criminal charges over the alleged fraudulent transfer of their sister Victoria Nyambura Karugu's shareholding.
Amnesty International Kenya has called on President William Ruto's administration to take concrete action against enforced disappearances, with 19 cases recorded in Kenya so far this year. The rights body made the call on International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, urging the government to establish the truth, hold perpetrators accountable, and provide reparations to victims and families.
Amnesty International Kenya has called on the government to move beyond promises and take concrete steps to end enforced disappearances, establish the whereabouts of missing persons and hold those responsible to account. The organisation welcomed President Ruto's recent acknowledgment of pain caused by past human rights violations but said words must be matched with action.
Amnesty International Kenya has urged the government to expedite investigations into enforced disappearances, establish truth about those who disappeared, hold perpetrators accountable, and provide reparations to victims and families, marking the International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances.
A retired civil servant has filed complaints against a senior police commandant, alleging abuse of office and disobedience of court orders in a long-running land dispute dating back to 1997 over an 80-acre parcel the farmer claims to have lawfully purchased.
The National Police Service has announced enhanced security checkpoints across Nairobi roads ahead of Saba Saba commemorations on July 7, citing past disruptions to business activity and previous breaches of peace during the annual pro-democracy demonstration.
Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has challenged President Ruto and senior security officials to arrest and charge Nyaribari Chache MP Zaheer Jhanda if investigations establish criminal culpability in the deadly violence that disrupted a Linda Mwananchi political convoy in Kisii on July 3, warning that failing to do so would undermine the government's credibility on fighting political goonism.
Police have summoned Nyaribari Chache MP Zaheer Jhanda for questioning and arrested four additional suspects in connection with a violent attack on a Linda Mwananchi movement convoy on the Kisii–Keroka Road on July 3, bringing the total in custody to seven.
The National Police Service has arrested three suspects in connection with a video showing an attack on a convoy of motor vehicles along the Kisii-Keroka road targeting a political group on July 3. Detectives are conducting further analysis of the video and pursuing additional leads, with the NPS condemning the attack and stating that those responsible will be rigorously pursued through the criminal justice system.
Police have arrested three suspects in connection with a violent attack on a Linda Mwananchi political convoy along the Kisii–Keroka Road on July 3, in which suspected rival youths blocked the road and pelted vehicles with stones, injuring supporters and damaging vehicles. Investigations are ongoing with a view to making further arrests.
Police have arrested four additional suspects in connection with a violent attack on a political convoy in Kisii County on July 3, bringing the total in custody to seven. The Nyaribari Chache MP Zaheer Jhanda has been summoned to appear before the Kisii County DCI office as part of ongoing investigations.
Police in Kisii County arrested three suspects over an attack on a Linda Mwananchi political convoy in the Keumbu area on Friday, July 3, after youths allegedly hurled stones at vehicles, injuring several people and damaging multiple vehicles. The National Police Service condemned the political intolerance and said the Inspector General has directed the Internal Affairs Unit to fast-track investigations.
The National Police Service has launched an internal investigation into a viral video showing the alleged inappropriate handling of a protester living with disability during a June 25 Gen Z anniversary protest in Nakuru. The NPS condemned unprofessional conduct and excessive force, stating it remains committed to upholding professionalism and respect for human rights.
Inspector General Douglas Kanja has ordered the Internal Affairs Unit to investigate the arrest of Nakuru activist James Mbugua during June 25 anniversary protests, after video footage showed police officers manhandling him. The National Police Service condemned the conduct as a breach of Standard Operating Procedures and said appropriate action would be taken based on findings within seven days.
Inspector General Douglas Kanja announced a reshuffle of three senior National Police Service officers, appointing Assistant Inspector General Johana Kiplangat Tonui as the new Commandant of the General Service Unit, with Fredrick Egesa Nyongesa elevated to Deputy Commandant. Paul Maingo Mumo was transferred to become Director of the Internal Affairs Unit, the department investigating complaints against police officers.
Inspector General Douglas Kanja has approved a major reshuffle of Kenya's senior security units. Assistant Inspector General Johana Kiplangat Tonui has been moved from the Kenya Police Service Directorate of Operations to become the new Commandant of the General Service Unit, with Assistant Inspector General Fredrick Egesa Nyongesa transferred from the GSU to serve as Deputy Commandant.
Assistant Inspector General Johana Tonui has been appointed the new commandant of the General Service Unit, moving from the Directorate of Operations. The appointment, approved by the National Police Service Board in a deployment letter dated June 10, is part of a broader reorganisation within the National Police Service aimed at enhancing operational efficiency.
A Standard opinion piece argues that proposed plans for a Nairobi Metropolitan Police Service risk becoming another bureaucratic venture unless underlying problems — including corruption, extrajudicial killings, and poor officer welfare — are addressed first. The author contends that reforming police culture and public relations is more important than creating new police units.
The Officer Commanding Station at Nairobi's Central Police Station has stepped aside pending investigations into the controversial release of 64 suspects arrested over public order offences. The Internal Affairs Unit is investigating allegations of bribery and abuse of office linked to the release on Monday.
The National Police Service is modernizing its security approach for the 2027 General Election, investing in advanced technology including body cameras, digital observation buses, and CCTV systems. The service is also training 10,000 police recruits at various colleges and has sought increased parliamentary budgetary support to strengthen personnel capacity and operational readiness.