In a statement shared on the NPS official X account on Saturday, the police praised the continued collaboration between security agencies and the local community, which they said has been instrumental in promoting peace and public safety.
“Security agencies in West Pokot County have received two more firearms surrendered by members of the public. This latest surrender adds to other recoveries, bringing the total number of firearms recovered to 90 rifles and 189 rounds of ammunition so far,” the statement read.
The NPS urged residents to maintain this spirit of cooperation and to remain vigilant by reporting any suspicious activity or individuals to the nearest police station.
“As the operation continues, the National Police Service encourages members of the public to sustain this spirit of cooperation and remain vigilant by promptly reporting suspicious activities or individuals,” the statement added.
The two firearms came days after a larger recovery at Marich Police Station, where residents of Pokot Central Sub-County voluntarily surrendered twelve illegal firearms, including twelve AK-47 rifles, twelve magazines, and twenty-four rounds of ammunition.
The two firearms came days after a larger recovery at Marich Police Station, where residents of Pokot Central Sub-County voluntarily surrendered twelve illegal firearms, including twelve AK-47 rifles, twelve magazines, and twenty-four rounds of ammunition.
This move was coordinated with support from National Government Administration Officers and local community leaders.
“This voluntary surrender marks a significant step in the ongoing government-led disarmament initiative aimed at enhancing peace, stability, and security in the region through community cooperation,” NPS confirmed.
Officials highlighted that all surrendered weapons are now secured in safe custody pending further administrative procedures, emphasizing that community participation remains a cornerstone of national security efforts.
The National Police Service further called on individuals still in possession of illegal firearms to take advantage of the disarmament program and surrender their weapons at the nearest police station.
“This voluntary surrender marks a significant step in the ongoing government-led disarmament initiative aimed at enhancing peace, stability, and security in the region through community cooperation,” NPS confirmed.
Officials highlighted that all surrendered weapons are now secured in safe custody pending further administrative procedures, emphasizing that community participation remains a cornerstone of national security efforts.
The National Police Service further called on individuals still in possession of illegal firearms to take advantage of the disarmament program and surrender their weapons at the nearest police station.
Police reiterated that community collaboration not only strengthens security but also reduces the risk of armed conflicts and crime in the region.
Security experts say the ongoing voluntary surrender of weapons in West Pokot represents one of the most successful community-driven disarmament initiatives in recent years, setting a model for other counties grappling with illegal arms.
The NPS continues to lead the drive, assuring the public that all efforts are geared toward lasting peace and stability in West Pokot County.
Security experts say the ongoing voluntary surrender of weapons in West Pokot represents one of the most successful community-driven disarmament initiatives in recent years, setting a model for other counties grappling with illegal arms.
The NPS continues to lead the drive, assuring the public that all efforts are geared toward lasting peace and stability in West Pokot County.
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