Five firearms and fourteen rounds of ammunition have been voluntarily surrendered in Trans Mara, marking a significant step as the Government intensifies efforts to end the clashes that have plagued the region.
Speaking after a high-level security meeting at Siteti in Trans Mara South Sub-County, Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen confirmed the development and extended a seven-day olive branch, calling on individuals still in possession of illegal firearms to surrender them voluntarily.
“I am pleased that since the President spoke yesterday, five illegal firearms and fourteen rounds of ammunition have been voluntarily surrendered,” he said, noting that the figure represents only a small fraction of the nearly 100 illegal firearms believed to be in circulation in the area.
“We have extended a seven-day olive branch to individuals in possession of illegal firearms to voluntarily surrender them,” the Cabinet Secretary said, while confirming that a firm, intelligence-led operation will follow to stabilise the region.
He added that the operation will be complemented by other government measures, including the recently gazetted 30-day night curfew, aimed at facilitating effective security operations and restoring lasting peace.
The Cabinet Secretary also announced ongoing humanitarian support for affected families, noting that the Government, through the Department of Special Programmes, is mobilising resources to assist victims.
The support includes the provision of building materials to help rebuild homes, food supplies, medication, and other assorted relief items.
He further issued a stern warning to politicians and individuals inciting local communities, cautioning them against politicising the security situation and urging them to refrain from political interference in the ongoing operations.
“We are aware of politicians and individuals who have been inciting civilians through social media and local media channels. Some have already been arrested, and we will pursue others. All those involved will be charged in a court of law,” he said.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat, alongside other senior security officials.
