KDF to open security roads in Laikipia to curb banditry - Defence PS Mariru

Speaking at Ng’arachi Primary School in Laikipia West, Defence Principal Secretary Patrick Mariru said the initiative is part of ongoing programs by the KDF in counties with a history of banditry.

The PS added that the KDF will continue rehabilitating schools that were destroyed by bandits and urged residents to prioritize education as a foundation for long-term stability and development.

“Alisema pia commander in chief ya kwamba hizi barabara za security zifunguliwe. Ndo hawa wanajeshi na polisi waweze kupita maneno ya security. Nataka kuwahakiishia from Monday, team moja itaanza upande wa Ronyek, next week ianze upande ya Karani zikutanie kinambu, ndo mabarabara zijengwe apo,” Mariru noted. 

Laikipia County MP Jane Kagiri commended the efforts by the KDF and other security agencies in restoring peace in the region, noting that insecurity incidents have significantly reduced.

“Vile tumeishi na upendo kama wakazi wa Laikipia county. Hii ni mazingira yetu, tutalinda miti. Lakini Zaidi tutalinda amani yetu sisi wenyewe, tutalinda upendo yetu sisi wenyewe na tutaendelea kulinda Watoto wetu Zaidi,” Kagiri pointed out.

Governor Joshua Irungu echoed the sentiments, saying that with improved security, farmers can now focus on agricultural activities without fear of bandit attacks.