Inspector-General of the National Police Service, Douglas Kanja, has summoned top police commanders to Nairobi for discussions on the rising state of criminal gangs in the country. The gangs have been terrorizing residents in recent days, prompting the urgent meeting.
Kanja ordered a crackdown on the criminal gangs and warned commanders against negligence in their duties. He emphasized the need for immediate action to restore public safety and confidence in the police force.
The meeting, held on June 17, 2026, focused on strategies to dismantle the gangs and prevent further attacks. Kanja stressed that commanders would be held accountable for any lapses in security within their jurisdictions.
