DCI DECLARES WAR ON DRUGS AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE
The Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Mohamed I. Amin has pledged full commitment to combating drug and substance abuse, urging stronger community-police partnerships and warning that officers complicit in illicit networks will face severe consequences.
Wrapping up a security assessment tour in Marsabit County, Mr. Amin emphasized the urgent need for collective action to protect communities, particularly the youth, from the devastating effects of alcohol and drug abuse.
He described the issue as a profound threat to national development and security, echoing President William Ruto’s New Year’s Eve address in which His Excellency declared drug and substance abuse a national emergency.
During the tour, the DCI Director visited several police stations, assessed operational readiness, and engaged directly with officers and local residents to boost morale and foster collaboration.
He commended officers for their dedication while stressing the importance of community support in identifying and dismantling drug networks.
Mr. Amin directed police commanders nationwide to take decisive action against sellers, traffickers, and distributors of illicit drugs. He highlighted the government’s plans to significantly enhance the capacity of the DCI Anti-Narcotics Unit with advanced tools, intelligence capabilities, and forensic resources to more effectively tackle the menace.
In a firm message, the Director warned that any law enforcement officers or public officials found protecting or enabling drug networks will be held fully accountable, underscoring that no one is above the law in this critical fight.
The DCI’s renewed resolve signals a comprehensive and uncompromising approach to eradicating drug and substance abuse, with a clear call for unity between security agencies and the public to safeguard the nation’s future.
