{
  "id": 16525967,
  "title": "PS Omollo tells chiefs to end discrimination in issuance of IDs and birth certificates",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/25/ps-omollo-tells-chiefs-to-end-discrimination-in-issuance-of-ids-and",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-25T21:49:31.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "People Daily Kenya",
    "slug": "people-daily-kenya",
    "url": "https://peopledaily.digital/news/ps-omollo-tells-chiefs-to-end-discrimination-in-issuance-of-ids-and-birth-certificates"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Principal Secretary for Internal Security Raymond Omollo has instructed chiefs and government officials to ensure Kenyans receive national identity cards, birth certificates and other public services without discrimination or favoritism. Omollo emphasized that government officers must treat citizens equally, regardless of their ethnic or community backgrounds, in line with President William Ruto's commitment to equitable service delivery. On October 25, 2026, Omollo urged deputy and county commissioners to effectively implement government policies at the grassroots level, ensuring citizens experience the benefits of public services in their respective areas. He reminded officials of the principle of Usawa ni Sawa, which provides every Kenyan with a fair opportunity to improve their lives, irrespective of their backgrounds. Omollo reported the government's registration of over 33 million Kenyans under the Social Health Authority, aimed at enhancing healthcare planning and service delivery. He called for measures to ensure all students can take their exams and advance in education in January, stressing that access to learning opportunities should not be hindered. In agriculture, Omollo highlighted the registration of farmers to support planning, alongside the reduction in fertiliser prices to ease production costs, with fertiliser prices decreasing from Ksh7,500 to Ksh2,000 per bag. The PS noted development initiatives had reached various parts of the country during the administration's initial four years, emphasizing the government's commitment to addressing Kenyans' needs across all regions. Omollo also cautioned against political violence, warning that it had no place in society and that leaders were responsible for protecting citizens. He emphasized maintaining peace in Bahati and Nakuru, stressing the need for responsible leadership to safeguard communities and public order. Furthermore, Omollo urged sustained efforts against illicit alcohol, urging government officers not to accept bribes or shield individuals involved in the illegal alcohol trade while communities suffer. He tasked county commissioners and their deputies with enforcing measures effectively, emphasizing that government officers must remain accountable to the people they serve. Omollo reiterated that the government's Usawa ni Sawa principle requires administrators to provide fair access to services, maintain security, and ensure public resources and opportunities benefit Kenyans without discrimination, urging officials to translate national policies into tangible services at the local level.",
  "summary": "Principal Secretary for Internal Security Raymond Omollo has directed chiefs and other government administrators to ensure Kenyans access national identity cards, birth certificates and other public services without discrimination or favouritism. Omollo said government officers must uphold equal treatment of citizens regardless of their ethnic or community backgrounds, in line with President…",
  "key_points": [
    "PS Omollo instructs chiefs to end discrimination in ID and birth certificate issuance.",
    "Over 33 million Kenyans registered under Social Health Authority for better healthcare.",
    "Fertilizer prices reduced from Ksh7,500 to Ksh2,000 per bag to ease production costs."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}