CS Interior says Migori remains a strategic security region

Interior CS Flags Migori as a Strategic Security Zone in National Fight Against Crime
The Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration, Prof. Kithure Kindiki, has officially designated Migori County as a strategic and sensitive security region in the country’s ongoing war against cross-border crime. The declaration underscores the government’s heightened focus on the county, which serves as a critical corridor for complex criminal networks, including the trafficking of illicit goods, narcotics, and small arms. This classification paves the way for intensified and specialized security operations in the area.
Prof. Kindiki emphasized that Migori’s geographical position makes it a vital frontline in safeguarding national security. The county’s proximity to international borders, particularly with Tanzania, and its connectivity to other volatile regions within Kenya make it a prime transit route for organized criminal syndicates. We have identified Migori as a key hotspot that requires our sustained and concentrated attention. The criminal activities that flow through this county have a direct impact on the safety and stability of the entire nation, the CS stated during a high-level security briefing.
The government’s strategy for the region involves a multi-agency approach, combining the efforts of the National Police Service, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), and anti-narcotics units. Operations will target the entire chain of criminality, from the financiers and masterminds to the couriers and distributors. Security agencies have been directed to employ advanced intelligence-gathering techniques and maintain a constant, visible presence to disrupt these well-entrenched networks.
This firm stance signals a long-term commitment to pacifying the region. The government’s message to the criminal elements operating in Migori is one of zero tolerance. By treating the county as a strategic security zone, the state aims to not only curb the flow of illegal commodities but also to dismantle the economic foundations of the gangs that control them. The success of this initiative is considered crucial for restoring the rule of law, fostering economic development, and ensuring the safety of residents in Migori and beyond.