The government has announced major changes in the leadership of the National Police Service aimed at reforming and streamlining the force for effectiveness. Bungei, who served as the Nairobi Regional Police Commander, has now been appointed as the Director of Kenya National Focal Point on Small Arms and Light Weapons, replacing Jacinta Muthoni, who retired after years of dedicated service.
Until his appointment, Bungei was the Director of Operations at police headquarters, Vigilance House. His experience in Nairobi, coupled with national operational oversight, is expected to strengthen the country’s efforts in combating small arms proliferation.
In the broader reshuffle, Rift Valley Regional Police Commander Jasper Ombati has been transferred to the Central Region while Samuel Ndanyi moves to oversee operations in Rift Valley, effectively swapping the two leadership positions.
Paul Wambugu is posted to the National Police Leadership Academy in Ngong from his current appointment as officer in charge at Isiolo. Isaac Sang moves to Isiolo from Vigilance House, where he was managing sports, to assume Wambugu’s roles. Tom Okoth takes over as the new officer in charge of sports at Vigilance House.
The changes in the leadership come amidst a wider government initiative to reform the National Police Service. President William Ruto recently declared that his administration intends to acquire 3,000 new police cars, more than double the 1,200 that had been planned, to boost the mobility and ability to respond promptly.
The government also plans to build 900 new police stations in the next two years. Funding will be provided from multiple sources: 300 through the NG-CDF, another 300 via the government’s housing program, and the remaining 300 under the Interior Ministry.
In addition to infrastructure and fleet upgrades, all police officers are set to receive a promotion of at least one rank by June 1, 2026; this even includes officers who reached the age of 50 and are still serving in the rank of constable to ensure recognition and career growth across the service.
According to the government, the shake-up in the leadership, along with the introduction of electric vehicles, new police stations, and mass promotions, forms part of a wider strategy aimed at making the National Police Service more responsive, professional, and modern.
“With these changes, we are not just reshuffling personnel; we are strengthening institutions, improving service delivery, and ensuring that the police are equipped to meet the evolving security needs of Kenyans,” officials said. As Adamson Bungei and other newly appointed officers take up their posts, the focus will be placed on operational efficiency, public safety, and institutional reforms that promise to shape the future of policing in Kenya.
