{"id":124197,"date":"2025-11-05T13:04:09","date_gmt":"2025-11-05T13:04:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chezaspin.com\/blog\/index.php\/2025\/11\/05\/cs-murkomen-urges-parliament-to-boost-funding-for-security-infrastructure\/"},"modified":"2025-11-05T13:04:09","modified_gmt":"2025-11-05T13:04:09","slug":"cs-murkomen-urges-parliament-to-boost-funding-for-security-infrastructure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chezaspin.com\/blog\/cs-murkomen-urges-parliament-to-boost-funding-for-security-infrastructure\/","title":{"rendered":"CS Murkomen Urges Parliament to Boost Funding for Security Infrastructure"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 5 \u2014 Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has called on Parliament to increase funding for security infrastructure, saying sustained investment in roads, housing, and communication systems is key to achieving lasting peace and stability across the country.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Appearing before the Senate Plenary on Tuesday to answer questions on security and national administration, Murkomen underscored the government\u2019s commitment to modernising the security sector while linking development to peace-building.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBanditry will not be won through guns and arresting people but through the development of infrastructure such as roads and enhancing security equipment,\u201d Murkomen said.<\/p>\n<p>The CS said the Ministry requires adequate resources to construct security roads, improve police housing, and acquire modern communication systems that would enhance operations in remote and banditry-prone areas.<\/p>\n<p>Murkomen also highlighted the achievements of the Jukwaa la Usalama forums held across all 47 counties, noting that they have strengthened cooperation among security agencies, local administrators, and citizens in addressing grassroots-level challenges.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Jukwaa la Usalama engagements have improved collaboration and trust, allowing security officers to work hand in hand with communities to prevent and resolve conflicts,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n<p>The CS reported significant progress in Operation Maliza Uhalifu (OMU), which is ongoing in Kerio Valley, Samburu, Laikipia, Baringo, Elgeyo Marakwet, and parts of Meru County.<\/p>\n<p>He noted that calm has been restored in several affected regions, with trading centres reopening and schools resuming normal operations following months of insecurity.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cLasting peace comes when security and development move together. Our investment in infrastructure is not just about security \u2014 it is about restoring dignity and opportunity to communities that have long been isolated,\u201d Murkomen added.<\/p>\n<p>He reaffirmed the government\u2019s commitment to ensuring that every Kenyan, regardless of location, enjoys safety and equal access to public services.<\/p>\n<p>Murkomen further assured senators that, with Parliament\u2019s support, the Ministry will continue investing in systems that guarantee peace, stability, and national unity.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 5 \u2014 Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has called on Parliament to increase funding for security infrastructure, saying sustained investment in roads, housing, and communication systems is key to achieving lasting peace and stability across the country. 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