Editor's Review

NGAPU was launched in February to support National Government administrators, including chiefs and assistant chiefs. 

Charles Mutuma has been appointed as the Commandant of the newly formed National Government Administration Police Unit (NGAPU).

In a statement on Tuesday May 6, the Ministry of Interior said Mutuma has a wealth of experience and high reputation for professionalism having risen through the ranks within the Administration Police.

“Mutuma, who has risen through the ranks within the Administration Police Service (APS), brings with him a wealth of experience and a high reputation for professionalism—attributes that earned him his most recent promotion to the rank of Assistant Inspector General (AIG),” read part of the statement.

As Commandant, Mutuma will report to the Deputy Inspector General (APS) and will be responsible for overseeing deployment and ensuring operational alignment with national security objectives.

Mutuma holds a Master of Arts in Security Management and Police Studies and a Master of Arts in Leadership and Security Management, both from Kenyatta University.

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He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Security Studies at the same institution.

File image of CS Kipchumba Murkomen, IG Douglas Kanja and DIG Gilbert Masengeli. 

NGAPU, which was launched in February, is mandated to support National Government administrators, including chiefs and assistant chiefs, in executing their security functions at the grassroots.

The functions include curbing outlawed local gangs, enhancing community safety, fighting sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV), conducting high-risk operations, regulatory enforcement, the war against illicit brews and narcotics, arresting offenders, and preserving relevant exhibits.

“The Unit will also play a key role in conflict resolution and peacebuilding initiatives, particularly in areas affected by intercommunal clashes, boundary and land disputes, and resource-based conflicts. Additionally, it will take the lead in enforcing national policies, laws, and regulations in collaboration with other government agencies,” the Ministry of Interior stated.

NGAPU comprises officers drawn from the Administration Police Service (APS) and is established under the authority of the Inspector General of Police with the aim of bridging the policing gap at the community level.