Ruto vow to stump out bandits in Laikipia
President William Ruto has issued a firm warning to armed bandits operating in Mukogodo Forest in northeastern Laikipia, saying security forces are closing in on the remaining groups and urging them to surrender before force is used against them.
Speaking in Doldol, Laikipia North Sub County yesterday, the President said the government was determined to restore lasting peace in the region by flushing out the bandits reportedly hiding in the forest near the Isiolo border.
He said the ongoing security operation would not relent until the area is fully stabilised, stressing that his administration would not tolerate insecurity in any part of the country.
“Their days are numbered. They must surrender before government uses force,” Ruto warned, as he reaffirmed his commitment to ending banditry in the region.
At the same time, the President emphasised that his government was focused on delivering development projects across all regions without discrimination, noting that improved security would go hand in hand with infrastructure and social investment.
Among the key projects announced for Laikipia North is the construction of a 60-kilometre road linking Nanyuki to Doldol, alongside an additional 216 kilometres of road network meant to improve connectivity and spur economic activity in the area.
Ruto said better infrastructure would help open up the region, enhance service delivery and support long-term stability by integrating previously marginalised communities into the national economy.
The President was accompanied by Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki, Laikipia North MP Sarah Korere, former National Assembly Speaker Francis Ole Kaparo, Kenya Revenue Authority Chairman Ndiritu Muriithi and other local leaders during his tour of the county.
Earlier in the day, Ruto handed over a school bus to Kurum Day Secondary School as part of efforts to support education in the region.
He also laid the foundation stone for a Huduma Centre in Ol Moran, Kirima Sub County, aimed at bringing government services closer to residents.
In addition, the Head of State inspected ongoing construction works at the Starehe Affordable Housing Project and the Asian Quarters Affordable Housing Project, both part of the government’s housing agenda.
He further laid the foundation stone for the Nyahururu Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) campus, which is expected to expand training opportunities for healthcare professionals.
The president later addressed a public rally in Nyahururu, where he reiterated his administration’s commitment to development, security and improved public service delivery across the country.
