NCIA receives 16-classroom training block built with AFRICOM support

The National Criminal Investigations Academy (NCIA) received a newly constructed 16-classroom training block, supported by the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). This facility was officially handed over in a ceremony attended by top NPS officials, US government representatives and strategic partners.

Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja Kirocho emphasized the facility's importance in enhancing knowledge, skills and professional capacity to tackle sophisticated forms of crime. DCI Director Mohamed Amin stressed the significance of the trained officers in improving investigations, justice outcomes and community safety. Deputy Inspector-General Eliud Lagat commended the new facility, stating it met NCIA's standards.

AFRICOM's Major General William E. Temple highlighted the partnership's focus on developing people and institutional capability to address current and future security challenges. The 16-classroom block will enable the academy to host concurrent training programs, accommodate larger groups and improve the learning environment for specialized training and professional development.

This milestone strengthens NCIA's role as the premier institution for National Police Service criminal investigator training, while fostering cooperation between the NPS, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations and international partners.