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Raymond Omollo

Also known as: Omollo · PS Omollo · Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo · Principal Secretary · PS · Interior Principal Secretary · Dr Omollo · Interior PS Raymond Omollo · Dr. Raymond Omollo · Internal Security Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo · Internal Security Permanent Secretary Raymond Omollo · Interior Security Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo · Interior PS

Interior Principal Secretary who has addressed peace messaging in Nyanza and launched cross-border initiatives with regional leaders.

Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has become a focal point of political friction in Nyanza, with opposition leaders including Siaya Governor James Orengo and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino threatening private prosecution against him on allegations of harassment and framing supporters with false charges. Meanwhile, Omollo has been actively engaged in security messaging and regional diplomacy, including launching the Ateker Leaders Council for cross-border peace and urging political restraint and voter registration across the Nyanza region.

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Tuesday 5 May

  1. Linda Mwananchi leaders threaten private prosecution against PS Omollo

    Linda Mwananchi leaders, including Siaya Governor James Orengo and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, have threatened to institute private prosecution against Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo and Deputy Director of Criminal Investigations John Onyango, accusing them of harassment and framing their supporters with trumped-up charges.

    20 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  2. Orengo, Babu accuse IG of taking orders from PS Omollo

    Siaya Governor James Orengo alleged that Inspector General Douglas Kanja is working under Interior PS Raymond Omollo's orders, claiming the Executive is controlling the security organs in breach of the NPS's constitutional independence. Orengo urged the IG to resist such interference and prevent the police from being used to settle political scores.

    21 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Saturday 2 May

  1. PS Omollo urges leaders to avoid incitement, uphold peace

    Interior Security PS Raymond Omollo addressed mourners in Seme, Kisumu County, urging political leaders and citizens to uphold peace and unity while cautioning against statements that could incite unrest. He defended leaders' right to campaign freely while maintaining respect and harmony, and expressed confidence that Nyanza will support President William Ruto's re-election.

    3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 30 April

  1. Wajir prepares to host 2026 Madaraka Day celebrations

    Wajir County is on course to host the 2026 Madaraka Day celebrations on April 30, marking the first time the national event will be held in Northern Kenya. The county stadium is 65 per cent complete and expected to be finished two weeks ahead of schedule, with key infrastructure including roads, water, and power progressing steadily.

    1 May 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 29 April

  1. Wajir Prepares for First Northern Kenya Madaraka Day Event

    The Government says preparations for Madaraka Day celebrations in Wajir County are on track, with key infrastructure including the main stadium between 65–70 percent complete. This will be the first time the national event is held in Northern Kenya.

    30 April 2026 · Capital News

  2. Ndhiwa elders threaten to curse ODM leaders opposing appointees

    Elders in Ndhiwa sub-county have threatened to curse ODM politicians from Nyanza who seek the dismissal of Internal Security PS Raymond Omollo and other appointees from Homa Bay, accusing the politicians of jealousy and disloyalty to their community.

    30 April 2026 · The Standard

  3. Wajir races to complete infrastructure ahead of Madaraka Day

    Wajir town is undergoing major transformation as Kenya prepares to mark Madaraka Day celebrations in the county for the first time on June 1. Key infrastructure projects including a new stadium (65–70 per cent complete), roads, water systems, and power are nearing completion, with officials expressing confidence the town will be ready in time.

    30 April 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Migori leads Nyanza voter registration at 87%, region at 77%

    The IEBC's Enhanced Continuous Voter Registration across Nyanza's four counties achieved 76.85 per cent of its combined target, registering 189,368 new voters out of 246,422. Migori County led the region at 86.89 per cent achievement, while Homa Bay registered the highest absolute numbers with 53,535 new voters.

    29 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 27 April

  1. Turkana leaders welcome launch of Ateker Leaders Council

    Turkana leaders have welcomed the operationalisation of the Ateker Leaders Council, which was launched in Lodwar by Interior PS Raymond Omollo and Cabinet Secretary Beatrice Askul. The council is described as a breakthrough offering a structured platform for dialogue and cooperation among Ateker communities across Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, and South Sudan to enhance cross-border peace and economic growth.

    28 April 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 26 April

  1. PS Omollo urges mutual respect between ODM and UDA in Nyanza

    Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has called for respect between ODM and UDA leaders in the Nyanza region ahead of 2027, citing tensions over a pre-election coalition agreement and disputes over party zoning in the region.

    27 April 2026 · The Standard

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