IG Kanja Meets NPLA, NDU-K Delegation as Plans for National Police University Progress

The National Police Service (NPS) has taken a significant step toward establishing the National Police University, with Inspector General (IG) Douglas Kanja meeting a delegation from the National Police Leadership Academy (NPLA) and the National Defence University–Kenya (NDU-K) to review progress and chart the next phase of the initiative.

The meeting, held on January 6, 2026, at Jogoo House ‘A’, was led by the Commandant of NPLA, Mr. David K. Mathiu, who presented updates on the ongoing planning process. The presentation sought guidance from IG Kanja on how to proceed with the establishment of the university, which is aimed at professionalizing police training and enhancing operational effectiveness across the service.

IG Kanja, who has been a champion of the initiative since its inception, emphasized that the National Police University aligns with the NPS vision of building a professional, efficient, and responsive police service. He added that it also reflects the strategic priorities outlined in the NPS Strategic Plan and fulfills the constitutional mandate to ensure officers are trained to the highest standards of competence and integrity.

“The establishment of this institution will ensure that all police officers are trained to meet modern standards of policing, ethics, and leadership. It is a milestone for the Service and for Kenya,” IG Kanja said.

The meeting also highlighted the critical role NDU-K has played in the planning process, providing technical support, curriculum guidance, and research expertise. IG Kanja acknowledged the university’s contribution as invaluable in ensuring the project’s sustainability and institutional integrity.

The delegation from NDU-K was represented by the Head of Teaching and Curriculum, Col (Dr) Charles Imbiakha; Head of Graduate Programmes, Lt. Col (Dr) Emmanuel Kondoltiony; and the Deputy University Librarian, Dr. Dickens R. Wendo.

From the NPS, key officials in attendance included Deputy Inspector General of the Kenya Police Service (DIG-KPS) Eliud Lagat, Deputy Inspector General of the Administration Police Service (DIG-APS) Gilbert Masengeli, and Director of the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Mohamed I. Amin. Other senior officers from various NPS departments, including training, reforms, personnel, legal, research, finance, and supply chain management, were also present.

The discussions centered on curriculum development, institutional frameworks, governance, and operational structures required to deliver world-class training for police officers.

The National Police University is expected to serve as the premier institution for policing education in Kenya, producing highly skilled, ethical, and professional officers capable of meeting modern security challenges while upholding the rule of law.

IG Kanja confirmed that the next steps would involve finalizing strategic plans, mobilizing resources, and ensuring that the university adheres to international standards in law enforcement education and research.