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Nimrod Mbai has issued a 14-day ultimatum to camel herders from neighboring Garissa County to leave parts of Kitui County, citing growing insecurity and allegations that criminals are hiding in local game reserves.
Speaking during a public address in Kitui East, the legislator claimed that some armed criminals and suspected terrorists have been taking advantage of the herders’ presence to hide within remote areas of the county. He warned that residents were growing impatient over the continued attacks and insecurity affecting border communities.
Mbai further stated that security agencies must act swiftly to restore peace, adding that local communities were determined to defend themselves if the situation is not addressed within the stated period.
The outspoken MP also took a swipe at Kalonzo Musyoka, accusing the veteran opposition leader of failing to push for the deployment of National Police Reservists (NPR) in the region despite serving in government for decades.
According to Mbai, Kitui East Constituency has so far benefited from the installation of 50 reservists, a move he said has strengthened local security efforts in the area.
His remarks come amid heightened tension in parts of Kitui County following recent attacks linked to suspected armed herders, incidents that have sparked fear and renewed calls for stronger security intervention from the national government.
The comments are expected to fuel political debate in the county as leaders continue to differ on how best to address insecurity and protect residents living along the border regions.
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