Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen has responded to his law teacher and former Makueni Governor, Prof. Kivutha Kibwana, after he expressed disappointment over a ‘shoot to kill’ order.
Taking to his X account, the interior CS denied issuing the orders and stated that the National police act outlines when firearms can be used. He invited Kibwana for an engagement over a cup of tea.
“My good teacher and friend, where did I issue a “shoot -live to murder command”? Having been your good student, I know better than to make unfounded statements. I merely restated the law that you participated in its formulation. As you may recall, the sixth schedule of the National Police Service Act in Paragraph B (1) provides the Conditions for use of firearm, which include the protection of life of officers or civilians; protection of property; self-defense against threats of death or serious injury, among others.”Murkomen said.
“I am happy to continue this debate with you over a cup of tea and to listen to any other perspectives on your interpretation of the above provisions.” He added.
Earlier, Kibwana, through his social media, expressed disappointment with Murkomen, saying, “Do you know, Onesimus Kipchumba Murkomen, that due to your shoot-live to murder command, you will now, and in the future, be held accountable for every extrajudicial execution carried out by police officers? How was I ever your teacher at UoN Law School? I’m deeply disappointed.”
