Police Officer Shot Dead, Gun Stolen While Guarding KCSE Exam Papers in Turkana ‎

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Turkana County Police Commander, Samuel Ndanyi. ‎A police officer was shot dead in cold blood on Monday morning while guarding Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination papers in Turkana County.  ‎ The tragic incident occurred at Kang’atotha area, Turkana Central, where officers had been deployed to provide security during the ongoing national examinations. ‎ ‎According to police reports, the slain officer was part of a team assigned to escort and guard examination materials at a local school. Witnesses said the attack happened shortly after dawn when unknown assailants ambushed the officer. His firearm, a G3 rifle, was stolen after the shooting. ‎ ‎Turkana County Police Commander Samuel Ndanyi confirmed the incident, saying the assailants struck before other officers at the examination center could respond. “We lost one of our officers this morning while he was on official duty securing KCSE exam materials. The attackers took off with his rifle. A manhunt has bee...

Governor Bol Wek Agoth Meets Chief of Defense Forces, Discusses Security and Disarmament in Warrap As Calmed is Restored



Juba, September 24, 2025. 

Governor Bol Wek Agoth of Warrap State has met with the Chief of Defense Forces, General Dau Aturjong, at the Bilpham Military Headquarters in Juba to review the progress of the State of Emergency and ongoing disarmament efforts in the state.

‎During the meeting, Governor Bol briefed General Dau on the success of the disarmament campaign, noting that the initiative has brought relative calm to Warrap and allowed citizens to move freely without fear of violence.

‎The discussions centered on strategies to ensure that disarmed communities are adequately protected from criminal groups. 

Both leaders emphasized the importance of collaboration between state and national governments in maintaining peace and stability.

‎General Dau commended Governor Bol for his leadership in reducing communal conflicts, pledging the full support of the national army to consolidate the gains achieved. 

He assured that the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) would extend further assistance to Warrap State, including training, equipment, mobility support, and logistics, to strengthen security operations and deter criminal activity.

‎The meeting highlighted the government’s broader commitment to restoring peace, fostering unity, and promoting development in Warrap State following years of communal unrest.

‎Credit: Office of the Governor, Warrap State

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