Dusk-to-Dawn Curfew Imposed in Laikipia West
A dusk-to-dawn curfew has been imposed in parts of Laikipia West Sub-County following a surge in banditry attacks and inter-communal clashes. The directive, announced by the County Security Committee, restricts all movement between 6:30 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. in the affected areas. The measure is aimed at curbing the activities of armed criminals who often use the cover of darkness to stage raids and escape.
The County Commissioner stated that the curfew is a necessary temporary measure to allow security forces to conduct targeted operations to flush out bandits and recover illegal firearms. During this period, security agencies will intensify patrols and establish roadblocks to enforce the order and screen for suspicious individuals. Only essential service providers with explicit authorization will be allowed movement during the curfew hours.
Local administrators have been directed to sensitize residents on the new regulations. The security team has assured the public that the curfew will be lifted as soon as the security situation improves. The imposition of the curfew underscores the gravity of the security challenges in the region and the government’s commitment to using all available means to restore law and order.