Operation to tame banditry in North Rift successful - CS Kindiki

Interior Cabinet Secretary (CS) Prof. Kithure Kindiki has hailed the ongoing joint operation between the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) and the National Police Service (NPS) to tame banditry in the North Rift region successful.

Speaking in Chemolingot in Tiaty, Baringo County on Saturday when he visited the Operation Maliza Uhalifu command centre, the CS noted that the multi-agency security team leading the operation has been able to liberate key foxholes used by bandits.

"The Government commends security officers in the frontline for their dedication, diligence, and commitment," said the CS.

He also announced plans by the government to upscale development projects in the region in a bid to augment key economic enablers such as agriculture, tourism and foreign investments.

"'We will not relent in the war against banditry. We will deploy enough security officers, equipment, and skills to defeat these criminals. Our officers from the KDF and National Police Service are working as a team, driven by the sole goal of liberating our people from criminals," said Kindiki.

Kindiki was accompanied by the operation's commander Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Noor Gabow and other senior officers from his Ministry.