Orengo hosts Saitoti

As the debate on the Mau evictions continues to cause ripples, a section of leaders are warning against alliances that could divide the country.
Internal Security Minister George Saitoti and Lands Minister James Orengo are now urging fellow politicians to be cautious on utterances that may evoke tribalism.

Orengo who was hosting Saitoti in his Ugenya constituency also hit out at section of leaders.

The political undertones may not cease anytime soon with the third phase of the Mau evictions now targeting bigger names who are said to own chunks of land at the Mau forest.

The ongoing Mau evictions have seen formation of political alliances that has brought together political heavyweights from regions ahead of 2012.

Professor Saitoti said the government is committed to police reforms to enable it meet security challenges in the 21st century.

Professor Saitoti said the police and other security enforcement agencies will be equipped to meet the changing crime trends in the country.

The minister at the same time said the government will deal ruthlessly with owners of illegal fire arms who fail to surrender them within the 30 days ultimatum issued recently.

He was speaking in Ugenya district after laying a foundation stone for the upgrading of Ugunja police station.