Stop misuse of vehicles
What you need to know:
- Not long ago, the recruitment of 10,000 police trainees to replace those whose hiring was blocked by a court was done quickly and those picked are already undergoing training.
- It is, therefore, disheartening to note that these commendable efforts are being frustrated by some wayward senior officers, who are diverting vital resources for their personal use.
The high incidence of insecurity calls for the prudent use of resources at the disposal of the police.
The government has demonstrated its commitment to securing the country by pledging to boost the number of security personnel.
Not long ago, the recruitment of 10,000 police trainees to replace those whose hiring was blocked by a court was done quickly and those picked are already undergoing training.
Although it will take several months before they are ready to join the Kenya Police Service and attain the expertise needed to have the required impact, this is a step in the right directive.
It is, therefore, disheartening to note that these commendable efforts are being frustrated by some wayward senior officers, who are diverting vital resources for their personal use. The most horrendous is the diversion of police patrol cars for personal use.
Considering the speed with which terrorists and other criminals execute their heinous acts, the mobility of the security forces must never be compromised.
The authorities must ensure that police cars are used only for the purpose for which they were acquired. The efficient use of all police equipment is crucial in the fight against insecurity.
