Murkomen to Face MPs Over Rising Political Violence
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen is set to appear before a National Assembly security committee as lawmakers raise concern over violence at political gatherings.
Nairobi, Kenya | August 20, 2026
Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen is expected to appear before the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security next Tuesday to address growing concerns over violence at political gatherings across the country.
The committee summoned Murkomen amid increasing reports of politically linked violence, with Members of Parliament expressing concern that the situation could worsen if decisive action is not taken.
Recent violence in Homa Bay County has become a major focus of the debate, with lawmakers questioning the response of security agencies and calling for greater accountability from authorities responsible for maintaining law and order.
MPs have warned that continued disruption of political meetings and reports of organised groups allegedly being used to intimidate or disrupt political rivals could trigger wider unrest as Kenya moves closer to the 2027 General Election.
Murkomen is expected to explain the measures being taken by the government to prevent further violence, protect citizens and ensure that political leaders and their supporters can conduct lawful activities without intimidation or attacks. He is also likely to face questions over the role of security agencies in preventing unrest and responding to incidents in which political gatherings are disrupted.
The recent unrest in Homa Bay has intensified calls for stronger action against individuals and groups accused of sponsoring or participating in politically motivated violence. The incidents have also raised concerns about the safety of journalists, political leaders and ordinary citizens attending public gatherings.
Murkomen's appearance before the parliamentary committee is expected to place the country's security agencies under increased scrutiny as lawmakers demand firm measures to prevent politically linked violence from escalating. The developments come amid heightened political activity across the country, with competing political groups intensifying mobilisation ahead of the 2027 General Election.