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Cops need intellect, not just muscles, speed

With the devastating rise in insecurity in Kenya, there has been need for more numbers in security personnel. The recent recruitment of potential police officers is indicative of this need.

I, however, think we should be finicky about the persons that form part of our country’s security machinery. The minimum academic qualification for joining the Police Service is, I found, too low.

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