The National Police Service (NPS) has announced a major reshuffle in its leadership aimed at enhancing operations and improving efficiency. Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja described the changes as routine and necessary to optimize service delivery across the force.
Dr. Resila Onyango, formerly the NPS spokesperson, has been appointed as the Commandant of the Diplomatic Police Unit. She is succeeded by Michael Nyaga Muchiri, who previously served as the Kiambu Police Commander. In another notable move, George Sedah, the Coast Regional Police Commander, has been transferred to Nairobi to replace Adamson Bungei as the regional police commander. Bungei, in turn, has been recalled to police headquarters, where he will serve as the Director of Operations, taking over from William Yiampoy.
Ali Nuno, previously the Kwale County Police Commander, has been promoted to Coast Regional Police Commander, a region grappling with challenges from criminal gangs using crude weapons. His reputation as a no-nonsense officer has raised expectations for significant improvements in tackling these issues.
Amos Omuga, head of legal at the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), has been transferred to the NPS headquarters at Jogoo House, while Dr. Mwangi Wanderi, who led the National Forensics Laboratory, has been appointed Director of Human Capital at Vigilance House. Rosemary Kuraru, formerly in that role, has taken over as the head of the National Forensics Laboratory at the DCI.
Michael Sang, who led the Serious Crime Unit at the DCI, has been assigned as the Eastern Regional DCI Head. Meanwhile, Judy Jebet has replaced John Gachomo as the Head of Community Policing, and Daniel Korir, formerly Eastern Regional DCI Head, has been named the Commandant of the Kenya Airports Police Unit. Rhoda Kinanu, the former Commandant of the Diplomatic Police Unit, has been moved to police headquarters for redeployment.
These changes also reflect a focus on addressing regional security concerns. The Coast region, for instance, has faced a surge in gang-related violence, and Nuno’s appointment signals a renewed commitment to restoring order. Similarly, Mombasa is expected to benefit from these strategic adjustments.
The reshuffle demonstrates the NPS’s commitment to strengthening its leadership and addressing security challenges effectively. With these changes, the service aims to improve resource management and ensure a safer environment for all citizens.