President Ruto Appoints Former PS Collette Suda to National Police Service Commission
President William Ruto has appointed Professor Collette Akinyi Suda, a former Principal Secretary (PS), as a new member of the National Police Service Commission (NPSC). This appointment was officially announced in a gazette notice dated Friday, June 27, and is effective immediately.
According to the notice, President Ruto made the appointment using powers granted under Article 246 (2)(a) of the Kenyan Constitution, along with Section 6(8) of the National Police Service Commission Act of 2011. The statement read:
“In exercise of the powers conferred by Article 246 (2) (a) of the Constitution as read with section 6 (8) of the National Police Service Commission Act, 2011, I, William Samoei Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces, appoint Collette A. Suda (Prof) to be a member of the National Police Service Commission (NPSC).”
Suda’s appointment follows her recent vetting by the National Assembly’s Committee on Administration and Internal Security. She was one of three individuals appointed to join the Commission, alongside Peris Muthoni Kimani and Benjamin Juma Ima.
Peris Muthoni Kimani is a retired police officer who served with dedication and rose through the ranks, starting her career as a Constable and retiring as an Assistant Inspector General of Police in 2022. Benjamin Juma Ima also brings a wealth of experience in public service to the Commission.
Professor Collette Suda has had a long and distinguished career in government and academia. She previously held various senior roles, including Principal Secretary for Gender, Senior Citizens Affairs, and Special Programmes. She also served as Chief Administrative Secretary (CAS) in the Ministry of Energy.
Earlier in her career, she was the PS in the State Department for University Education and Research under the Ministry of Education, and also served as CAS in the same ministry.
Out of 29 shortlisted candidates for the NPSC positions, Suda was among those selected and vetted. Her vetting took place on June 9, 2025, before the National Assembly’s Administration and Internal Security Committee.
During the session, she defended her qualifications and suitability for the job, especially in light of questions about her lack of experience in police service.
She pointed to her extensive public service experience and strong academic background as assets that would contribute positively to the Commission’s work.
By law, the National Police Service Commission is composed of nine members. These include individuals both from civilian backgrounds and serving senior police officers. The structure is designed to ensure diversity, balance, and effective oversight of police operations.
The Commission is led by a Chairperson who must be qualified to serve as a High Court judge. It also includes two retired senior officers—one from the Kenya Police Service and another from the Administration Police Service—who must be of opposite genders.
Additionally, three members are selected from distinguished members of the public who have demonstrated high integrity and dedicated service to the nation.
These individuals are nominated by the President and approved by Parliament. The Inspector General (IG) of Police also serves on the Commission, but in an ex officio (non-voting) capacity.
Besides the IG, the two Deputy Inspector Generals—one from the Kenya Police Service and the other from the Administration Police—are also part of the Commission as ex officio members.
Professor Suda’s appointment brings with it a wealth of administrative knowledge and leadership experience from her time in various government ministries.
Her addition to the NPSC is expected to strengthen civilian oversight within the Commission and contribute to the enhancement of police accountability and professionalism in the country.
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