CS Murkomen Refutes Claims of Goon Crisis Amid Homa Bay Violence

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has dismissed allegations of a widespread goon crisis in Kenya following recent violence during a political rally in Homa Bay County.

Speaking days after the disruption of the Linda Mwananchi political tour, Murkomen insisted that the country remains safe and criticised politicians for amplifying security concerns unnecessarily.

Political Leaders Accused of Ignoring Security Warnings

Murkomen questioned why political figures would proceed with events in areas where police had already issued warnings about potential goon mobilisation. He singled out Siaya Governor James Orengo and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, alleging they orchestrated the movement of youths from Nairobi to Homa Bay, some of whom were intercepted by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations en route.

“If you know there are goons in Homa Bay and police have warned you, why insist on holding meetings there? Why not reschedule instead of forcing the issue?” Murkomen asked.

Calls for Police Chief’s Resignation Rejected

Responding to demands for Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja to resign over the incident, Murkomen dismissed such calls, arguing that the police chief should not be held accountable for the mobilisation activities planned by politicians.

Warning Against Politicising Violence

Murkomen further warned political leaders against dragging ordinary citizens into their conflicts. He emphasised that political disagreements should remain within parliamentary settings and not spill over into public unrest.

He also criticised calls for International Criminal Court intervention, particularly targeting Governor Orengo, whom he accused of collaborating with criminal elements.

“Kenya is safe and will continue to be. The crisis people talk about is a creation of political exaggeration,” Murkomen concluded.