Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has announced the establishment of two new police stations in a move aimed at strengthening security infrastructure and improving the delivery of policing services across the country.
In a gazette notice issued on Friday, May 29, the Inspector General designated Chagaiya in Kesses, Uasin Gishu County, as well as Oleopolos-Kisamis in Kajiado West, Kajiado County, as officially recognised police stations under the National Police Service.
The decision was made in exercise of powers granted under the National Police Service Act, which allows the Inspector General to establish and designate police stations in areas where enhanced security presence is deemed necessary.
New police stations established in Uasin Gishu and Kajiado counties. Photo: Courtesy.
The move is expected to bring policing services closer to residents and improve response to crime and emergency situations in the affected regions.
This latest development comes only two months after the Inspector General approved the establishment of five additional police stations in different parts of the country.
These included Gataka Police Station in Kajiado North, Otonglo Police Station in Kisumu West, Mabera Police Station in Kuria West, Lagbogol Police Station in Wajir East, and Thuura Police Station in Imenti East.
Authorities say the expansion of police stations is part of ongoing efforts to decentralise security services and improve efficiency in law enforcement operations.
The move is also aimed at addressing rising security demands in fast-growing and remote areas where access to police services has previously been limited.
Police stations serve as key administrative and operational hubs for the National Police Service.
They are responsible for receiving and recording reports of crime, coordinating investigations, and facilitating emergency response operations within their jurisdictions.
They also play a crucial role in maintaining public order and supporting victims of crime and violence.
Each station is typically headed by an Officer Commanding Station (OCS), who oversees day-to-day operations and ensures effective deployment of officers.
In addition, police stations are equipped with essential facilities such as holding cells, communication equipment, and operational vehicles to support law enforcement activities.
The establishment of new stations is expected to enhance visibility of police services, improve response times, and strengthen overall security management in the affected counties as part of broader national policing reforms.
