Murkomen Warns Politicians: Police Will Not Tolerate Goons or Political Violence

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has warned that security agencies will take firm action against individuals involved in political violence as Kenya heads towards the 2027 General Election.

Murkomen said the National Police Service is prepared to prevent organised groups from disrupting political gatherings, promising that those involved in violence will face the full force of the law.

Speaking during a half marathon in Kericho hosted by Belgut MP Nelson Koech, the Interior CS said police had adopted new measures aimed at identifying and arresting suspected goons before they can cause disruption at political meetings.

According to Murkomen, the strategy is intended to help security officers deal with politically sponsored violence before it escalates into confrontations.

He urged Kenyans to be cautious about attending political events where violence is likely to occur, particularly gatherings where organisers are suspected of mobilising or financing groups to cause chaos.

Murkomen also called on political leaders to cooperate with security agencies and follow established security guidelines when holding public meetings.

He maintained that politicians should take responsibility for the conduct of their supporters and desist from using young people to advance political interests through violence.

The CS further appealed to young Kenyans to reject attempts by politicians to recruit them into violent activities, warning that they could end up facing criminal charges while their sponsors remain out of reach.

Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo echoed the warning, urging the youth to avoid being used as instruments of political violence.

The remarks come amid heightened political tensions as various political formations begin positioning themselves ahead of the 2027 elections. Recent clashes and disruptions at political gatherings have renewed concerns over the possibility of violence during the electioneering period.

Murkomen’s warning signals a tougher security approach towards politically linked violence, with the government insisting that public meetings must be conducted peacefully and within the law.