122 Elite Commandos Complete Intensive Security Training
A significant milestone for national security was marked when 122 officers of the Special Operations Group completed a demanding six-and-a-half-month course designed to sharpen their skills for high-risk missions.
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen presided over the 11th graduation ceremony held at Kamanga Training Camp in Samburu County, where the newly qualified commandos stood ready for deployment. The multi-agency unit has already made notable strides in restoring calm in previously troubled zones, including the Kerio Valley, by steadily reducing incidents of banditry and terrorism across several regions of the country.
During the event, Murkomen highlighted the tangible results achieved by the group, noting that more than 2,000 guns and 1,500 rounds of ammunition have been seized from bandits and terrorists. He praised the officers for their dedication throughout the rigorous programme and stressed the importance of upholding the highest standards of professionalism and integrity in all future assignments. The Cabinet Secretary reminded the graduates that their work forms a vital part of broader efforts to safeguard communities and maintain stability wherever threats arise.
Addressing the officers directly, Murkomen outlined the critical responsibilities that now rest on their shoulders. “You are called upon to confront violent extremism, disrupt organised criminal networks, combat cross-border threats, protect critical national infrastructure, and support specialised operations where precision, discipline, and professionalism are paramount,” he said. These words underscored the specialised nature of the training the commandos had undergone and the expectations placed upon them as they join active service.
The ceremony also served as an opportunity to recognise the collaborative efforts of the National Intelligence Service and the National Police Service in building a more capable security apparatus. Murkomen reiterated the government’s firm commitment to ongoing reforms aimed at creating an effective and people-centred security sector that responds effectively to emerging challenges. Senior officials present included National Intelligence Service Director General Noordin Ali and Deputy Inspector General of the Administration Police Service Gilbert Masengeli, reflecting the high-level attention given to the occasion.
As the new graduates prepare to take up their duties, the focus remains on strengthening the country’s capacity to handle complex security threats with greater precision and coordination. The successful completion of this intensive training cycle signals continued investment in specialised units capable of protecting lives, infrastructure, and national interests. Authorities have expressed confidence that the expanded strength of the Special Operations Group will contribute meaningfully to lasting peace and safety for citizens throughout the country.
