• Wed. Mar 11th, 2026

DCI Boss Storms Remote Marsabit Frontier in Surprise Security Audit During Festive Season

ByEditor

Jan 1, 2026

The Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Mr. Mohamed I. Amin, on Thursday conducted a high-level security assessment in Marsabit County, underscoring the National Police Service’s renewed push to tighten security in remote and frontier regions.

Mr. Amin visited North Horr Police Station as part of an ongoing countywide security tour aimed at evaluating operational preparedness, officer welfare, and overall security architecture. His visit comes at a time when security agencies are keen to guarantee public safety during the festive season and beyond.

On arrival, the DCI Director was received by North Horr Sub-County Police Commander Mr. Samuel Kiplong, flanked by officers drawn from various policing units operating in the sub-county.

During the assessment, Mr. Amin held an interactive session with officers, where he delivered a candid and motivating lecture emphasizing professionalism, discipline, integrity, and unwavering dedication to duty. He reminded officers that public trust in the National Police Service is built daily through ethical conduct and responsible service.

The DCI chief also conveyed New Year goodwill messages from the Inspector General of the National Police Service, urging officers to remain steadfast in serving the public diligently while safeguarding the image and values of the Service at all times.

Mr. Amin was accompanied by senior DCI commanders, including Mr. Ibrahim Jillo, AIG, the Director of the National Central Bureau (NCB), and Mr. Adan Guyo, AIG, the Officer Commanding Capital Markets at the DCI Investigations Bureau.

Also in attendance were North Horr Sub-County Criminal Investigations Officer Mr. Job Wafula, Sub-County Administration Police Commander Mr. Paul Kathenya, and other officers stationed in the area.

The visit highlights the National Police Service’s commitment to strengthening security operations across the country, particularly in remote regions, and ensuring that residents can go about their lives—and celebrate the festive season—in peace and safety.