• Equity’s support will help security officers to respond to emergencies faster and serve Kenyans effectively

The National Police Service (NPS) has received a significant mobility boost following the acquisition of 591 brand-new vehicles, valued at KSh7 billion.

The move is expected to improve response times, enhance service delivery, and strengthen the maintenance of law and order across the country.

Speaking during the flag-off ceremony, Deputy Inspector General of Police Gilbert Masengeli welcomed the deployment, noting that enhanced mobility is essential to frontline policing and will allow officers to respond promptly, safeguard lives and property and maintain order more effectively.

The police boss said the vehicles will be deployed across all regions of the country to boost operational reach, visibility and response capability.

“The addition of these vehicles will significantly enhance the operational effectiveness of the National Police Service across the country. Reliable mobility is essential to policing and this delivery ensures officers are better equipped to respond promptly, maintain visibility and deliver security services efficiently to the public,” said Masengeli.

Masengeli emphasized that the initiative aligns with the government’s broader police reforms and the Utumishi kwa Wote (Service to All) philosophy.

“You matter a lot to us as partners, and we look forward to strengthening this relationship with Equity and Isuzu to build an efficient and effective National Police Service. This flag-off represents a major milestone. Service to the public will be more robust, and police stations and posts will be better equipped to deliver timely responses and protect communities,” he said.

The first batch of 95 vehicles, comprising trucks and double-cab pick-ups, was flagged off at the Isuzu East Africa assembly plant in Nairobi, with the remaining units scheduled for phased delivery over the next three months through an Asset Finance facility provided by Equity.

The large-scale acquisition, delivered through a partnership between Equity, RentCo Africa Limited, Isuzu East Africa and the Government of Kenya, is designed to increase police visibility, operational reach and emergency response capacity in all regions.

Equity Centre Supreme Branch Manager Lucy Ndururi reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to financing national institutions and confirmed that all 591 vehicles will be delivered in monthly phases.

She said security remains a critical enabler of economic growth and community stability and encouraged other institutions to take advantage of Equity’s flexible and affordable Asset Finance facilities to improve public service delivery.

“This is a huge milestone. We will ensure that all 591 vehicles are delivered in phases on a monthly basis. We believe security is a critical enabler of national development because it allows businesses to thrive and communities to remain stable,” said Ndururi.

Equity Bank, a long-standing leader in Asset Finance across the region, has over the years supported various institutions, including the NPS, to acquire vehicles through leasing programmes in partnership with firms such as RentCo Africa Limited.

Isuzu East Africa Deputy Managing Director Isao Wada said the flag-off reflects Isuzu’s shared dedication to national service, long-term partnerships and operational excellence.

“These Isuzu pickups are built to perform in diverse terrain and demanding conditions. We are honoured to support the National Police Service with mobility solutions that enhance operational readiness while offering durability, efficiency, and value across their entire lifecycle,” said Wada, stressing Isuzu’s commitment to supporting national institutions through accessible and flexible financing solutions.

Wada noted that the vehicles are the latest models, fuel-efficient, and assembled locally, thereby reinforcing the ‘Buy Kenya, Build Kenya’ agenda and supporting the country’s manufacturing sector.

RentCo Africa CEO Robert Nyasimi said the company is keen to expand its collaboration with Equity across East Africa and beyond.

“We fund everything and welcome partnerships across our East African markets. Together with Equity, we plan to enhance delivery across the region and expand into the Democratic Republic of Congo, where Equity has an established footprint,” said Nyasimi, adding that the initiative is expected to significantly enhance police mobility, improve emergency response, and strengthen security operations nationwide, ultimately contributing to safer communities.