Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen is facing mounting political pressure after making a controversial “shoot-to-kill” statement that has sparked outrage both inside and outside Parliament. Manyatta MP Gitonga Mukunji has openly called for his impeachment, signalling just how deep the backlash has grown.
Speaking at a public event at Embu University grounds, Mukunji accused Murkomen of encouraging police violence and overstepping his mandate by issuing directives that he described as unconstitutional and dangerous.
The MP argued that such remarks threaten the lives of Kenyans and undermine the country’s democratic principles.
He called on fellow legislators to unite in defending civil liberties, despite acknowledging that the executive branch still holds significant influence over parliamentary decisions.
The controversy stems from remarks Murkomen made during the Gen Z protests, where he allegedly instructed police officers to shoot anyone who unlawfully approached a police station.
The statement quickly drew condemnation from human rights groups, opposition leaders, and a section of government lawmakers who viewed it as reckless and harmful to public trust in security forces.
This political storm comes at a time when Murkomen is already under intense scrutiny over the death of blogger Albert Ojwang. Ojwang, who had been arrested in early June, died while in police custody under unclear circumstances.
The incident sparked a national outcry, prompting National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula to summon Murkomen to Parliament to explain both the circumstances surrounding the blogger’s death and the conduct of police during recent protests.
Murkomen has been directed to face Members of Parliament to respond to these serious concerns, with some MPs pushing for more decisive action, including his removal from office.
Observers say the coming parliamentary sessions could prove to be a defining moment for both Murkomen’s political career and the government’s stance on policing and human rights.
This confrontation has put the Interior Ministry at the centre of a national debate on police accountability, constitutional limits, and the protection of citizens’ rights.
Political analysts warn that the combination of the shoot-to-kill controversy and the Ojwang case could trigger one of the most heated parliamentary battles in recent years.
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