LYON, France — Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening international policing cooperation during the ongoing INTERPOL Heads of National Central Bureaus (NCBs) Conference, as global law enforcement agencies intensify collaboration against transnational crime.
Representing the country, outgoing Head of NCB Nairobi Ibrahim Jillo, accompanied by Lawrence Some, delivered Kenya’s position at the high-level meeting hosted by INTERPOL in Lyon, France.
Jillo conveyed the Government of Kenya’s and the National Police Service’s appreciation to INTERPOL and its 196 member countries for their continued support in combating cross-border crime.
He said the collaboration has significantly enhanced Kenya’s investigative capacity through access to global criminal databases, real-time intelligence sharing, and coordinated international operations.
“This support has strengthened our ability to disrupt criminal networks and secure successful arrests through timely intelligence and cooperation,” Jillo said.
Kenya emphasised that evolving threats such as terrorism, cybercrime, human trafficking, and illicit trade require a unified global response, noting that no single country can effectively address these challenges in isolation.
The country also highlighted the role of capacity building, technical assistance, and joint operations in strengthening the National Central Bureau in Nairobi, enhancing resilience against both emerging and traditional security threats.
During the conference, Kenya joined other member states in commending INTERPOL’s role in fostering international cooperation and maintaining global security through shared intelligence and coordinated law enforcement strategies.
Jillo, who is also an elected member of the INTERPOL Africa Committee, participated in a regional meeting where African countries committed to deepening collaboration in tackling cross-border crime.
The conference, held from April 8 to 10, was officially opened by INTERPOL President Lucas Philippe, alongside Secretary General Valdecy Urquiza and members of the organisation’s executive committee.
Kenya also acknowledged the support of member countries in the recent election of Mohamed I. Amin as Africa’s representative to the Executive Committee, describing it as a reflection of growing regional influence in global policing frameworks.
The Kenyan delegation reiterated its commitment to INTERPOL’s mission, pledging to deepen partnerships, invest in innovation, and continue contributing to global security efforts.
