Kiganjo police training college commandant Munga Nyale/FILE
A total of 54 police recruits were dismissed from training at Kiganjo Police College in Nyeri County following findings of various violations.
The violations included presentation of falsified academic certificates, pregnancy-related cases, prior criminal records, and disciplinary breaches.
According to the breakdown, 18 recruits were dismissed after it emerged they had presented forged academic certificates during recruitment, while another 2 were removed for using fake identification documents.
A further 10 recruits were struck off after background checks revealed prior criminal records.
In addition, 18 recruits were affected by pregnancy-related issues and other related concerns that contravened training requirements at the institution.
Three others were dismissed on disciplinary grounds for breaching the college rules and code of conduct.
Health challenges also contributed to the dismissals, with 2 recruits discharged due to medical conditions that made it impossible for them to continue training.
One recruit voluntarily opted out of the programme due to illness.
The dismissals were disclosed during an inspection visit to the college by Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, who was assessing the progress of the basic recruit training course at the National Police College in Kiganjo, where more than 5,000 recruits are currently undergoing training.
Murkomen emphasised that modern policing requires discipline, integrity, and adaptability, noting that the evolving security environment demands officers who are well-trained and morally upright.
“The evolving security environment demands discipline, integrity, and adaptability of police officers. These qualities are essential in strengthening our security and addressing emerging crimes,” he said.
He further stressed the importance of a multi-agency approach and stronger community partnerships in crime prevention, saying collaboration remains key in addressing emerging security threats.
Murkomen also expressed satisfaction with the ongoing training programme, reaffirming the government’s commitment to police reforms aimed at improving professionalism, welfare, and operational effectiveness within the service.
“I expressed my satisfaction with the quality and progress of the training and reaffirmed the Government's commitment to ongoing police reforms, which include improved welfare and professionalism,” he said.
He challenged the recruits to remain disciplined and committed throughout their training, urging them to serve with honour upon graduation.
“I challenged the recruits to take their training seriously and serve with honour when they graduate,” he added.
The Cabinet Secretary was accompanied by senior security officials including Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat, and Central Regional Commissioner Joshua Nkanatha, among other senior government officials.
Authorities say the stringent vetting measures are part of wider reforms to ensure only qualified, disciplined, and morally upright individuals join the National Police Service.
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