DIG Eliud Lagat announces deployment of 1,000 new police officers to Nairobi

Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat announced that Nairobi will receive 1,000 new police officers by Friday, August 28, 2026. This deployment is part of ongoing efforts to bolster security operations in the capital city. Lagat stated that the new officers will arrive by the end of the week, specifically on Friday, and will be integrated into Nairobi's existing security structure.

Speaking at a press briefing on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, Lagat emphasized that while Nairobi is generally safe, the city has already implemented various interventions to maintain its safety. He also highlighted the importance of focusing on the welfare and mental wellness of officers serving in Nairobi. The deployment of the new officers comes just a month after the National Police Service established several specialized police formations, as part of a major restructuring of its organizational framework.