Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has assured residents of Two Rivers Crescent Estate in Ruiru, Kiambu County, of government protection amid growing concerns over a land ownership dispute, alleged intimidation and threats of forced eviction.
Murkomen gave the assurance on Wednesday, November 11, after holding a meeting with residents alongside senior security officials to address their grievances and concerns over their safety and property rights.
The CS said the government would ensure that the issues raised by residents were addressed and appropriate action taken to safeguard their security, property and legal rights.
The meeting brought together Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat, who urged residents to remain calm and maintain peace as the dispute is addressed.
Lagat emphasised that maintaining security was a shared responsibility, calling on residents to cooperate with security agencies.
Meanwhile, Deputy Inspector General of the Administration Police Service Gilbert Masengeli assured residents that their safety would remain a priority.
Director of Criminal Investigations Mohammed Amin also pledged thorough investigations into the concerns raised during the engagement, including allegations of intimidation, harassment and threats of forced eviction.
The government’s intervention comes amid tensions surrounding the estate’s land ownership, with residents seeking assurances against possible displacement and violations of their rights.
The engagement signals a commitment by security agencies to address the dispute while maintaining law and order as investigations into the matter continue.
