Gachagua orders transfer of top government officials in Kirinyaga
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua speaks during a meeting with members of the Nyandarua County Assembly at his official residence in Karen on January 23, 2024. They said the Alcoholic Drinks Control Act, 2024 will provide structural support to end illicit brewing in the devolved unit.
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Mr Gachagua said the county commissioner Tobiko Naiyoma, police commander Reuben Muli, criminal investigations boss and Administration Police commandant should move to Nairobi headquarters with immediate effect.
A tough-talking Mr Gachagua said a new team of security personnel led by the county commissioner and police commander will be in Kirinyaga by Saturday.
In a separate statement, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki confirmed the move.
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua Friday announced the transfer of all top national government officials and police in Kirinyaga County following the death of at least 11 people after consuming illicit alcohol.
Some people died while others lost their sight after consuming alcohol believed to be laced with ethanol on February 5 at Kangai village, Kirinyaga County.
