Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has ordered police to remove illegal occupants from Two Rivers Crescent and Imani Estates in Ruiru, Kiambu County, following a land dispute that has raised security concerns.
Murkomen issued the directive on Wednesday, November 11, after meeting residents and representatives of the two estates in Mukuyu to listen to their complaints and discuss ways of restoring security.
The dispute involves land associated with the late former intelligence chief James Kanyotu, whose family members have challenged some transactions involving the properties.
However, residents of the two estates maintain that they legally purchased their plots and possess valid title deeds.
The disagreement has reportedly resulted in allegations of trespassing, intimidation, threats and attempts to forcefully remove some residents from their properties.
Speaking after the meeting, Murkomen said the government would not allow anyone to take the law into their own hands.
He instructed police officers to ensure that all illegal occupants leave the disputed properties immediately, warning that those who break the law would face the consequences.
"The police are under firm instructions to ensure that all illegal occupants in the area are removed forthwith. It is the duty of the police to protect life and property and to ensure that no part of our country falls to lawlessness," Murkomen stated.
The Interior CS also issued a warning to firearm holders in the affected estates, saying anyone found misusing their weapons would face legal action regardless of whether they had valid firearm licences.
The government is also expected to strengthen security in the two residential areas to protect residents and prevent further confrontations.
The latest intervention comes amid growing concerns over land disputes in different parts of the country, with some disagreements turning into security threats.
Residents will now be watching how police implement Murkomen's directive as the dispute over ownership of the properties continues.
The CS's announcement marks a major government intervention in the ongoing dispute.
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