The Government will resolve historical grievances in Lamu County and other parts of the country in a consultative and participatory manner.
Political, religious, and community leaders who are inciting members of the public to engage in acts of violence and destruction of property in the guise of resolving long-standing issues will be dealt with firmly and decisively in accordance with the law.
To combat the threat of terrorism and violent extremism, the government will invest Ksh.20B to supply security officers with modern equipment. Members of the public have a patriotic duty to volunteer information that will help thwart attacks and apprehend planners of such criminal activities.
Communities in Lamu County should coexist in peace and harmony. They all have a right to own property, live, and do business here. Any grievances should be resolved peacefully.Any historical grievances, including land disputes, should be resolved in a participatory and consultative manner.
Any political, religious, or community leader inciting violence and destruction of property, pretending to be fighting for resolution of historical grievances, will be apprehended and prosecuted in accordance with the law.
Lamu Port is a national treasure, but it will also benefit the people of Lamu County. The Government will ensure that residents of Lamu County enjoy proceeds from the port, including employment opportunities, education, health, and infrastructure development.
On the sale, use and abuse of narcotic drugs, illicit alcohol and other psychotropic substances, the Government has declared an all-out war on drug barons and manufacturers of illicit alcoholic drinks.
He Addressed a security baraza at Mkunguni Square, Lamu Central Sub-County, Lamu County. Lamu Governor Issa Timamy, Deputy Governor Raphael Munyua, Senator Joseph Kamau Githuku, religious and community, and Lamu County security and intelligence committee in attendance.
by: Manabo