NAIROBI, Kenya — Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has raised concerns about a “creeping culture of disorder” threatening the integrity of institutions across Kenya, including schools, offices, and leadership structures.
Speaking on Thursday at the 9th Annual General Meeting of the Association of National Government Administrators of Kenya (ANGAK), Omollo called on government administrators to reassess their conduct and leadership as the country faces increasing tensions, particularly in learning institutions.
“There is a culture currently creeping across the country where order is lacking,” Omollo said, addressing over 300 senior and retired government officials. “I’m looking to this association and its members to help us bring a semblance of order in how we manage our national affairs.”
As the Patron, I had the honour of presiding over the 9th Anniversary and Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Association of National Government Administrators of Kenya (ANGAK), a distinguished national body bringing together over 300 serving and retired Regional, County and
Omollo’s remarks follow a week of controversy surrounding the Kenya National Drama Festival, where Butere Girls High School’s performance of Echoes of War sparked national debate.
The play, written by former Kakamega Senator Cleophas Malala, tackled issues of governance, civic activism, and generational struggles for transparency.
Its critical tone reportedly led to a government crackdown, including the arrest of Malala and the teargassing of students at the Nakuru venue.
Critics have accused authorities of censorship, alleging the suppression of artistic and political expression.
The incident has amplified discussions on freedom of speech and the government’s role in regulating student-led initiatives.
Omollo, without explicitly addressing the drama festival incident, urged administrators to uphold the longstanding tradition of discipline and service that has defined Kenya’s public sector.
“Administrators have always been associated with discipline and public service delivery. My hope is that this association will help us maintain that tradition,” he said.
