National Assembly approves appointment of Amani Komora as National Police Service Commission chair
By Nancy Marende, August 14, 2025The National Assembly has approved the appointment of Amani Yuda Komora as Chairperson of the National Police Service Commission (NPSC).
In a statement on August 14, 2025, the National Assembly also approved the appointment of Angeline Yiamiton Siparo as a member of the Commission’s Board.
This follows the House’s adoption of a report by the Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security on the vetting of the two nominees.
“In its report, the Committee noted that the two nominees met the requirements set out under Articles 246(2) and 250(2) of the Constitution, as well as Sections 3 and 8 of the Public Appointments (Parliamentary Approval) Act, Cap. 7F,” read the statement.
Vetting process
During the vetting session on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, chaired by Gabriel Tongoyo (Narok West), Komora was questioned on how he plans to resolve the ongoing payroll access dispute between the NPSC and the National Police Service (NPS).
He emphasised that the Constitution clearly defines the mandates of the two institutions and expressed confidence that the matter could be settled through amicable reconciliation.
“The Constitution gives a clear mandate to both the NPS and the NPSC. I believe this matter can be resolved through amicable reconciliation. If appointed, I will ensure this happens,” he stated.
Komora also identified budgetary constraints as the greatest obstacle to implementing police reforms while committing to addressing long-standing tensions between the NPSC and NPS over human resource management.
Siparo, who holds a master’s degree in counselling psychology and public health policy, was asked how she would promote mental health awareness among police officers.
“This is a topic I am deeply passionate about. There is a need for regular debriefing and counselling to address job-related traumatic stress,” she said.
She stressed the importance of regular debriefing and counselling to address job-related trauma, noting that some challenges stem from generational and historical factors. She pledged to use a people-centred design thinking approach to develop innovative and practical solutions for the Commission.
The approval of the two nominees paves the way for their formal appointment, setting the stage for renewed efforts to strengthen police reforms, address welfare concerns, and enhance the Commission’s effectiveness in managing the human resource needs of the National Police Service.