Swearing in of the Commissioner General of Prisons at State House, Nairobi
The Commissioner General of Prisons Mr.Patrick M. Aranduh, MBS has been sworn in at State House Nairobi today 24th July 2024, and assumed office.
During the swearing-in ceremony His Excellency Hon. William Samoei Ruto Ph.D, CGH congratulated him for the years put in service and assured him of his support and that of the entire government in transforming the service into a correctional service of excellence.
The President affirmed his promise in July of a salary increase for uniformed officers and the provision of decent housing for staff. "You come in the office with good tidings, I look forward to working with you to ensure Kenya Prisons Service moves to the next level." He added.
His Excellency also shared his expectations from the incoming CGP such as
1. Contributing to national tree planting exercise to combat climate change.
2. Contributing to food security by ensuring arable land is put under food production.
3. Impeccable leadership and stewardship to KPS