Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has assured residents of Angata Barrikoi in Narok County that the government is taking every necessary step to restore peace after five civilians were killed in the area.
Speaking during a press briefing on Monday, April 28, Murkomen said efforts to restore peace in the area will continue throughout the night.
"We have done everything possible to reinforce the security in that area, and we will continue doing so over the night because we understand that the situation is still volatile," he said.
Murkomen reiterated the government's commitment to safeguarding lives and property in the area, urging residents to remain calm and avoid taking matters into their own hands.
He also addressed claims that the clashes were brought about by an attempt to grab a piece of land, assuring citizens that such wouldn't happen under the serving administration.
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"We want to assure our citizens from that area that no one, under this administration, will be able to take away even an inch of any of our citizens' property.
"Therefore, there is no need for them to take the law into their own hands because the government exists to provide security for citizens and their property," he added.
Earlier Monday, it was reported that at least five people were killed in Angata Barrikoi following violent clashes with police.
The deadly confrontation erupted as locals staged protests against government officials who had arrived to demarcate the piece of land in question.
However, tensions escalated when residents blocked roads and clashed with security forces, forcing the police to respond with force, leading to the fatalities.
Narok Senator Ledama Olekina expressed his sorrow over the incident, pledging his support to the affected community.
He promised to intervene and ensure that the land, linked to a powerful politician from the region, is not taken away from the local community.
"I am deeply saddened by the reported news of the killings in Angata Barikoi. My heartfelt condolences to all affected. I want to assure you that no one can take your land from you.
"As your Senator, I stand firmly with you in this difficult time. I will visit the area to gain a better understanding of the situation and offer my support. Once again, my sincere condolences," he wrote on X.
