There is nothing unusual with military officers doing civilian jobs

President Uhuru Kenyatta during the 10th Celebrations in honour of KDF operations in Somalia, Kahawa Military Barracks, October 16, 2021. [Samson Wire, Standard]

There is growing rethinking about the military in the state. The old thinking has it that the military should be in the barracks waiting to repulse invading enemies. The advanced thinking sees soldiers as blending into society to ensure wellbeing and stability.