The Ministry of Interior on Friday, January 24, unveiled the National Government Administration Police Unit (NGAPU) to enhance collaboration between security agencies and local administrative officers.
The launch event, held in Kwale County, was presided over by Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen. According to the Ministry, the new unit was established following recommendations from a task force led by former Chief Justice David Maraga.
NGAPU will operate under the Administration Police Service (AP) and aims to strengthen the partnership between the National Police Service (NPS) and National Government Administrative Officers (NGAO), including chiefs.
“NGAPU, a new formation under the Administration Police Service, will play a critical role in bridging policing gaps, particularly in rural areas, where community policing is essential for enhancing security, building public trust, and fostering national peace,” read a statement from the Ministry.
CS Murkomen acknowledged the challenges faced by NGAO officers in implementing government policies, including threats and attacks while executing their duties in rural areas.
“The primary role of this unit is to support government agencies in enforcing administrative functions, particularly in conflict management and peacebuilding,” he stated.
Murkomen emphasized that the unit will be instrumental in addressing land disputes, resolving intercommunal conflicts, and combating alcohol and substance abuse in rural communities.
This initiative is expected to boost security and promote harmony across the country, especially in areas where effective coordination between security and administrative officers is crucial.
