Two British Citizens Arrested in Trans Nzoia Following Matiang’i’s Directive
Two British nationals have been apprehended in Trans Nzoia County for violating the conditions of their stay in Kenya, in a swift enforcement of a recent government crackdown on illegal foreigners. The two were arrested in the Kitale area after a multi-agency security team acting on a tip-off established that they were residing in the country without the proper legal documentation. Their arrest is a direct result of a directive by Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i, who ordered a nationwide mop-up of foreigners operating in Kenya illegally.
The security operation, which involved officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and Immigration Department, found that the two individuals had overstayed their visas and were engaged in local business activities without the requisite work permits. The government’s renewed vigilance follows concerns about the growing number of foreigners flouting immigration laws, which poses potential security risks and undermines local enterprise. The suspects are currently in custody pending verification of their immigration status and subsequent legal action.
The arrests signal a firm and immediate implementation of the government’s new hardline stance on immigration compliance. Trans Nzoia County Commissioner Samson Ojwang confirmed the operation and warned that the security team would not relent in flushing out all illegal immigrants within the region. The two British citizens are expected to be processed for deportation if found guilty of the immigration offenses, sending a clear message that the government will strictly enforce its laws for all foreigners regardless of their country of origin.