Murkomen: Govt Will Protect Kenyans’ Right to Campaign and Vote Safely in 2027
Murkomen said the Ministry of Interior and National Administration will work with other government agencies, partners and stakeholders to maintain law and order while promoting peace, cohesion and trust among communities.
NAIROBI, Kenya - Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has pledged that the Kenyan Government will safeguard citizens' rights to peacefully campaign and vote in the 2027 General Election. Speaking at the launch of the National Cohesion and Integration Commission's roadmap for a violence-free election, Murkomen emphasized the Ministry of Interior and National Administration's commitment to maintaining order while fostering unity and trust within communities.
The CS highlighted ongoing collaboration between the Government, various agencies, and stakeholders to ensure a peaceful electoral process. Through the National Steering Committee on Peacebuilding and Conflict Management, government bodies and NGOs are working together to encourage responsible leadership, engage youth, and prevent conflicts.
The Government remains dedicated to creating a secure environment where Kenyan citizens can freely exercise their constitutional rights without the threat of violence or intimidation. The NCIC roadmap, unveiled at the launch, brings together various measures designed to minimize the risk of election-related violence before the 2027 polls.
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