After voicing their concerns about the lack of a central police command, residents of Kajiado West, Central, and North finally have something to smile about.
The Inspector-General of Police, Douglas Kanja, has responded to their calls by gazetting the establishment of new police stations across the country, marking a major win for local security and civic accountability.
The newly published Gazette Notice No. 14272 confirms the designation of Kibiko Police Station in Kajiado West, Kumpa Police Station in Kajiado Central, and Matasia Police Station in Kajiado North.
These stations are now officially recognized under Section 40 of the National Police Service Act, with geographical coordinates pinpointing their exact locations.
This development follows months of public outcry, especially from Kibiko residents in Kajiado West, who were left vulnerable after the 2023 administrative split that moved Magadi Police Station to Elang’ata Wuas Sub-county. Since then, law enforcement in the area has relied on distant stations in Ngong and Kiserian, leading to delayed responses and jurisdictional confusion.
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“With the completion of the Ngong–Suswa road, Kibiko is now a strategic hub,” said one resident. “We need traffic officers, patrol units, and a station that understands our terrain.”
The gazette notice now affirms what locals have long demanded: a police presence that reflects the county’s evolving needs. The new stations are expected to bring additional officers, vehicles, and resources to improve patrol coverage, speed up investigations, and restore public confidence.
Community leaders are urging swift implementation, calling on elected officials and the National Police Service to move beyond paperwork and ensure the stations are fully operational.
By Masaki Enock
