NYERI, Kenya Mar 9 – The government has pledged an impartial crackdown on illicit brews, targeting all involved regardless of social status.
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki emphasized in Nyeri that political, social, or commercial interests won’t hinder the operation, stressing it will be “ruthless, extensive, and ongoing.”
“Unlike previous operations where political, social, and commercial interests were used as a rationale to ascertain the extent of implementing crackdowns on the trade and consumption of toxic alcoholic drinks and other hard drugs,” he stated.
Acknowledging the security risks associated with consuming these substances, Kindiki instructed all security agencies to enforce government-issued policies and operational guidelines.
Furthermore, the CS issued a stern warning to any security personnel found promoting the sale or consumption of toxic alcohol and hard drugs, cautioning that such individuals would be dismissed from service and prosecuted.
“To ensure the success of the operation, the Government will pull out all stops to deal with any external and/or internal saboteurs, including sacking and prosecuting officers aiding the illicit brew and drugs business for personal monetary benefit,” he stated.
“Equally, security officers who, through their diligence and patriotism, facilitate the operation’s success will be recognized and rewarded through promotions and other state honors,” he added.
