President William Ruto has appointed Noah Maiyo as the Presidential Escort Unit (PEU) Commander, replacing William Yiampoy.
Maiyo has been part of the Head of State’s security detail for over a decade and has offered VIP protection for over three decades.
Since Ruto’s assumption as President, Maiyo has held the position of Head of Operations within the unit.
His appointment followed President Ruto’s reassignment of Yiampoy, his longtime head of security, as Director of Operations at Police Headquarters.
A memo issued within the service confirmed Maiyo’s immediate appointment.
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“Following the deployment of the Unit Commandant William Yiampoy to Vigilance as director of operations, this command informs you that Noah Maiyo is the new Presidential Escort Commandant.”
Maiyo’s distinguished career includes service in the General Service Unit (GSU) and the elite Recce unit, which is charged with the President’s security.
The Recce Squad, specifically trained for VIP protection, protects the President and his family, as well as the Vice President and his family.
Additionally, officers from GSU’s G-Company provide security at State Houses and State lodges.
The PEU, established under Section 24 of the National Police Service Act, 2011, provides security to the First Family, retired Presidents, visiting Heads of State and Governments, and other VIPs as directed by the Inspector-General of Police.
