IG Kanja warns new GSU recruits against taking political sides
Inspector-General of Police Douglas Kanja has warned newly trained General Service Unit (GSU) officers against engaging in politics as they prepare to join the National Police Service. Kanja delivered the warning on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, when he presided over the final full-dress rehearsal for the graduating police recruits at the National Police College, Embakasi […]
Inspector-General of Police Douglas Kanja has cautioned freshly trained General Service Unit (GSU) recruits against aligning themselves with any political factions as they prepare to enter the National Police Service. Kanja made the remarks on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, during the final full-dress rehearsal for the graduating police recruits at the National Police College, Embakasi 'B' Campus in Nairobi.
The nine-month training program included rigorous physical, tactical, and intellectual paramilitary exercises. Speaking to the recruits, Kanja emphasized that their loyalty should solely be to the Constitution of Kenya and the rule of law, not to any political interests. He urged the new officers to conduct their duties in a lawful, ethical, and responsible manner, treating everyone with dignity.
Additionally, Kanja instructed the recruits to safeguard vulnerable individuals and uphold the rights of all citizens while remaining impartial and firm in their duties. The Inspector-General expressed faith in the caliber of training the recruits received at the Embakasi 'B' and Magadi Field Training Campuses. Prior to inspecting the parade, Kanja visited the newly built SHA Block at the GSU Embakasi Health Centre, which is set to be inaugurated by President William Ruto as part of ongoing initiatives to enhance healthcare facilities for police officers and their families.
Kanja praised Deputy Inspector-General Eliud Lagat, GSU Commandant Johana Tonui, and the instructional staff for their role in preparing the recruits. Lagat also addressed the audience, confirming that the recruits had achieved the requisite levels of proficiency, discipline, and readiness expected of GSU officers. With the successful completion of the rehearsal, the official Passing-Out Parade, which President Ruto is expected to attend as Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces, will take place on Friday, September 18, 2026, at the same location.
Other attendees at the event included Director of Criminal Investigations Amin Mohammed and senior police commanders and directors.
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