IG Koome orders all police officers on leave to resume duty immediately
Inspector General of Police Japheth Koome has instructed all police officers currently on leave to promptly return to their duties.
The statement is a component of the National Police Service’s readiness in anticipation of the holiday season.
“To enhance police visibility and security in the Country, we have also directed all Officers who are currently on Leave to resume duty with immediate effect,” the IG said.
The IG urged Kenyans to stay watchful and alert authorities about any doubtful behavior to prevent possible criminal actions.
“I wish to call upon members of the public to remain vigilant even as you celebrate, and report any crime or suspicious activities, to the nearest police station or through the police hotline numbers 999, 112, 911, and 0800 722 203,” he said.
They proceeded to advocate for the need for traffic officers to guard against corruption, emphasizing the importance of them fulfilling their responsibilities diligently to maintain law and order on the roads.
“I wish to reiterate my past sentiments, that the National Police Service has no room for Corrupt Officers. My Office remains open to the Director EACC for collaboration in the fight against corruption,” he said.
The IG spoke on Wednesday while addressing the press at Jogoo House, Nairobi.
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“I am appealing to pedestrians, cyclists, boda boda riders, passengers, and drivers to adhere to traffic rules so that we make this festive season safe for all of us,” the IG said.
Koome noted that during the festive season, it is expected that there will be high vehicular traffic on the roads due to increased movements of Kenyans across the country.
He said the vehicular situation this year is further compounded by the ongoing heavy El-Nino rains being experienced in many parts of the Country, which in turn is causing poor visibility on the roads.
“From our data, road traffic accidents are a leading cause of injuries and fatalities, with negative financial and health implications of accidents on victims and caregivers,” he said.
Koome noted that there have already been two major fatal road traffic accidents in which a total of 16 people died in Machakos and Nakuru since last week.
He said the National Police Service remains supportive of the ongoing joint efforts with other government agencies including the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) and Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) to ensure that safety and sanity prevail on the roads.
IG Koome orders all police officers on leave to resume duty immediately