Prof. Kithure Kindiki, Interior Cabinet Secretary, has announced that the government has put up Ksh 20 billion for security operations to combat the al Shabaab threat in the northeastern region.

Kindiki, accompanied by Deputy Inspector General of Police Noor Gabow, said in Garissa town that the northeastern region had endured numerous security issues for a long while and that it was about time to put a permanent stop to them.

"We have faced security challenges due to an enemy from across the border who has resulted in deaths and property damage." "On behalf of the Kenyan government, I want to state unequivocally that we will use all available means to eliminate this terrorism threat," Kindiki stated.


"The government has set aside Ksh 20 billion for cutting-edge equipment for our security officers, including vehicles, helicopters, and body armor to protect them during operations." "I want to state unequivocally that the days of terrorism and the assassination of our security and government officers are over," he continued.

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According to the CS, the country should have a consistent security presence so that no location feels less secure than others.

"We want to ensure that the same sense of security that exists in Kiambu or Mombasa exists in Garissa and other parts of the country," he said.


The security minister also used the opportunity to address previous inter-border skirmishes at the Garissa-Isiolo border, stressing that he has summoned a leaders conference next week to address the issue and find a permanent solution.

Kindiki's visit to Garissa coincides with the government's efforts to open the Kenya-Somalia borders to facilitate trade between the two nations and combat the smuggling of illegal products into the country.