Ruto nominates Amani Yuda Komora to head Police Service Commission

President William Ruto has nominated Dr. Amani Yuda Komora and Angeline Yiamiton Siparo to serve as the Chairperson and Member of the National Police Service Commission (NPSC), respectively.

In a statement from Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura on Monday, August 4, 2025, the Executive Office of the President announced that the nominations were made in accordance with Article 250(2)(b) of the Constitution and Section 9(5) of the National Police Service Commission Act.

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Komora is the immediate former vice-chairperson of the Salaries and Remuneration Commission and brings decades of experience in public service and human resource management.

Siparo, meanwhile, has an extensive background in public health, development work, and youth leadership across Africa.

“This Presidential action follows the recommendation of the Selection Panel appointed to recruit nominees,” the statement read, citing Kenya Gazette Notice No. 1181 as the official reference.

If approved by Parliament, the Commission will be composed of six members drawn from across the country.

Experienced nominees

Komora, a seasoned administrator with a PhD in Human Resource Management from JKUAT, has held senior roles at Kenya Ports Authority, Kenya Revenue Authority, and the National General Wages Council.

On her part, Siparo previously chaired the National AIDS Control Council and has worked with organisations including UNAIDS, Futures Group International, and Family Health International.

“The National Police Service Commission is tasked to ‘recruit and appoint persons to hold or act in offices within the National Police Service; confirm appointments; determine promotions and transfers within the Service; and, subject to due process, exercise disciplinary control over and remove persons holding or acting in such offices,’” the Executive Office of the President quoted the Constitution.

Parliament’s final word

If approved by the National Assembly, Komora will replace the outgoing chairperson and steer key reforms in police service human resource operations. Siparo will add her voice to the oversight commission during a critical period of public scrutiny and reform in the service.

“These appointments are critical to ensure that the Commission continues to deliver on its constitutional mandate effectively,” the statement emphasized.

In conclusion, the statement noted: “The President remains committed to strengthening independent institutions to deliver better service to Kenyans.”