The Kenya Police Service has urged the latest cohort of police recruits to uphold discipline, integrity and professionalism as they prepare to begin their careers in law enforcement.
Speaking during the full dress rehearsal parade for Recruit Course 1/2025, the Deputy Inspector General, Kenya Police Service Eliud Lagat said the nine-month training had equipped the recruits with the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to undertake diverse policing duties while respecting the Constitution, the law and fundamental human rights.
Mr. Lagat described the rehearsal as a historic milestone for both the recruits and the Kenya Police Service, noting that their graduation would add a new and vibrant workforce to the Service at a time when the country continues to demand effective policing and enhanced public security.
He commended the Parliamentary Select Committee on National Security for supporting the recruitment and training programme through adequate funding, saying the Committee’s intervention had played a critical role in enabling the cohort to complete its training.
Police recruits take part in a full-dress rehearsal parade Kiganjo, Nyeri County as they prepare for their passing-out ceremony. The exercise marked a major milestone after nine months of intensive training.The recruits march in precise formation, demonstrating the discipline, coordination and teamwork developed during their rigorous training that has been ongoing for the last nine monthsDeputy Inspector General, Kenya Police Service Eliud Lagat inspects the recruits during the rehearsal, assessing their preparedness and adherence to the standards expected of officers entering the Kenya Police ServiceRecruits maintain a disciplined formation during the parade, reflecting the physical and mental resilience instilled throughout their training.Deputy Inspector General, Kenya Police Service Eliud Lagat during the rehearsal encouraged the recruit trainees to embrace emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and digital innovations, while observing Service regulations and protecting sensitive information.The recruit trainees rehearse the oath of allegiance to the nation as they prepare for their upcoming passing out parade. With the passing-out parade only days away, Recruit Course 1/2025 members continue with rehearsals as they prepare to transition from trainees to fully-fledged police officers. The recruits after their passing out parade will be deployed to various duty stations across the country, where they are expected to serve professionally, maintain discipline and build trust with the communities they will protect.The National Police Service College in Kiganjo Nyeri County has over the years been well known for producing officers that been entrusted with the security of the country and its resources
Jeffa Muluka is a senior reporter at Top News Kenya covering governance, public affairs, education, business trends, and human interest stories. Based in Nairobi, he reports on national developments, emerging trends, and issues affecting communities across Kenya.
