A human rights activist based in Eldoret has issued a passionate appeal to the national government, calling for urgent, decisive intervention to restore peace in Tiaty and surrounding areas, which have seen a resurgence in brutal banditry and displacement of innocent civilians.
In a strongly worded statement, Kipkorir Ngetich condemned the recent wave of attacks as not mere acts of lawlessness but “sponsored and well-organized criminal activity driven by commercial interests.” He questioned how heavily armed bandits continue to overrun state security forces with apparent ease, stating, “This is not spontaneous crime. There are politicians and rogue elements within the security system who are profiting from this chaos.”
Ngetich decried the ongoing killings, displacement, and destruction of property, saying these amount to internal deportation of Kenyan citizens. “It is a big joke that in a country over 50 years independent, children, the elderly, and entire communities are being uprooted with no consequence. This is a national disgrace.”
The activist called upon President William Ruto to take direct command of the situation and order a full-scale security operation reminiscent of the crackdown on the Sabaot Land Defence Force during former President Mwai Kibaki’s tenure. “Our forces are trained, equipped, and capable. We demand to see that strength deployed for the protection of innocent lives, not wasted in empty press briefings.”
He also criticized Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki, urging him to “stop politicking and start delivering.” According to Ngetich, “The CS must understand the gravity of his role. This is homeland security. The time for talking is over; the time for firm action is now.”
Ngetich further demanded a comprehensive investigation targeting not only the suspected perpetrators but also elected leaders and security officials in the affected counties. “From MCAs to senators, from police commanders to county commissioners – all must be questioned. How can 1,000 head of livestock vanish without trace in a country with national intelligence?”
He called for an immediate grilling of local leaders and senior security officers by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and the Serious Crimes Unit. “This is no longer about cattle rustling. The confidence these criminals have suggests powerful backers. Every stone must be turned.”
The activist also appealed directly to residents of West Pokot, Elgeyo Marakwet, Baringo, Turkana, and Samburu counties to assist the government by discreetly identifying those who are enabling and profiting from these crimes.
“Without eliminating these criminal networks, there will be no peace, no development. Dreams are being shattered, lives lost – it is a tragedy that must end now.”
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