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Ruto's key security man takes over as Commandant of Presidential Escort

By Kamore Maina | 3yrs ago

Oloonkishu Yiampoy served as the Head of William Ruto's security for ten years, between 2013 and 2022. [Kamore Maina, Standard]

Assistant Inspector-General of Police Oloonkishu Yiampoy has been appointed the Commandant of the Presidential Escort Unit.

Yiampoy replaces Josphat Kirimi, who has been moved to the National Focal Point on Small Arms and Light Weapons as director.

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