LAMU, Kenya – Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has wrapped up the fourth day of the Jukwaa la Usalama Coast Region tour with a focus on enhancing public service delivery, improving border security, and addressing the welfare of National Police Service (NPS) officers in Lamu County.
During his visit to Mokowe, Murkomen emphasized the government’s ongoing efforts to eliminate barriers that have historically hindered local access to essential services.
Notably, he announced the abolishment of extra-vetting procedures and ethnic profiling for border communities seeking national identification documents.
In addition, the government has removed the application fee for first-time ID applicants, marking a significant step towards making government services more accessible and inclusive for all citizens.
These changes, he added, reflect the government’s commitment to ensuring that no citizen is left behind when accessing essential public services.
Murkomen’s tour also included a spot check of the Mokowe Sub-County Mobile ID Registration exercise at Mokowe Grounds.
Arrived in Mokowe, Lamu County for the fourth day of the #JukwaaLaUsalama Coast Region tour.We’re bringing services closer to the people and removing bottlenecks that have stood in the way for too long.The abolishment of extra-vetting and ethnic profiling of border
The initiative was part of a broader effort to ensure that Lamu residents are included in the national identification system, allowing them to access critical services, such as healthcare, education, and voting rights.
Later in the day, Murkomen, accompanied by Governor Issa Timamy, Senator Joseph Githuku, MPs Obo Ruweida (Lamu East) and Stanley Muthama (Lamu West), and Deputy Inspector General of Police Gilbert Masengeli, held a consultative meeting at the Kenya Coast Guard Services Mokowe Academy.
The meeting centered on the pressing security issues facing the county, including border security, land disputes, and the fight against the rising tide of drug and substance abuse.
During the meeting, Murkomen reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving the welfare of security officers in the region.
He acknowledged the pivotal role of the National Police Service (NPS) and National Government Administrative Officers (NGAOs) in maintaining peace and security in Lamu and other border areas.
As part of the government’s security reforms, Murkomen outlined plans to enhance the infrastructure supporting these officers, improve their welfare, and accelerate the adoption of modern technology to align operations with Kenya’s broader national security strategy.
“The welfare of our National Police Service officers and NGAOs is one of our top priorities. We are working to upgrade their infrastructure, strengthen operational policies, and provide the necessary tools to safeguard their well-being,” Murkomen stated.
The welfare of our National Police Service (NPS) and National Government Administrative Officers (NGAOs) is among our top priorities.We are upgrading infrastructure, enhancing staff welfare, accelerating technology adoption, and strengthening operational policies to safeguard
The meeting also underscored the importance of collaborative efforts between local leaders, security agencies, and the public to address the region’s security challenges.
Murkomen assured that the government would continue working closely with local stakeholders to find sustainable solutions for the county’s most pressing issues.
