Masengeli officially takes charge as Deputy IG

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By Mate Tongola | Jul 29, 2024
New Administration police DIG Gilbert Masengeli during the taking over from James Kamau at Jogoo House. [Collins Kweyu, Standard]

The new Deputy Inspector General of Administration Police Service (APS) Gilbert Masengeli has vowed to ensure that all security agencies collaborate in a move that will improve the country's security.

Speaking at Jogoo House where he took over office on Monday, July 29, 2024, Masengeli stated that his top priority is safety for all.

"Our strength is teamwork and a multi-agency approach. We will work with other security agencies to ensure we excel and provide the peace that is supposed to be as per the Constitution," he stated.

At the same time, Masengeli added that he will uphold professionalism and respect the rule of law as per the Constitution.

"I am ready to guide the officers to ensure the public gets the desired services since security is our priority and the safety of each and everyone is our responsibility," he said.

The new police boss who will now lead the Administration Police Service takes over from outgoing acting DIG James Kamau who was serving the same position in acting capacity.

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