Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has defended the government’s push to introduce digital IDs, saying such a move will make it easier for authorities to track and investigate crimes.
Speaking on November 25, 2025, during the Third Forum on Cybercrime and Electronic Evidence, underlining how it was possible to reduce the level of risk associated with full online anonymity without eradicating the protection of people’s privacy via digital identity systems.
“Such systems keep users safe while still allowing lawful tracing of harmful activities without undermining civil liberties or human rights,” he said.
According to Omollo, with increases in anonymous online activities, investigators could no longer easily follow leads, and presenting digital evidence before courts became tougher. These challenges often slow down justice and weaken accountability.
He also praised the Judiciary for being ahead of many other government bodies in digitizing its operations, saying that this progress sets a good example to the rest of the public sector.
The PS stressed that cybercrime doesn’t stop at national borders. Since it will mostly be a crime involving many countries, he said governments need to work together quickly and transparently while protecting the rights of those involved in investigations.
“A cyber incident that originates thousands of miles away can disrupt institutions here at home in a matter of minutes. That reality shows why our response has to be coordinated, international, and consistent,” he noted.
Omollo clarified that partnerships both local and international are vital in law-enforcement agencies for strengthening their technical skills and obtaining access to modern forensic tools. He explained that such cooperation will make it easier to get digital evidence, since more partners will be willing to share information.
He concluded his comments by emphasizing cybersecurity awareness, especially among young people whose tendency is to disregard the dangers of major online service providers and how much personal data they are gathering.
