Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced a major reshuffle within the Ministry of Interior and National Government Administration (NGA). The changes, announced through a deployment order dated July 25, 2025, take effect immediately and signal the government’s renewed focus on streamlining operations and enhancing service delivery across the country.
The reshuffle affects key administrative and regional leadership roles, with the Interior Ministry emphasizing better coordination and policy execution at both the national and grassroots levels.
Among the notable appointments, Jacob Narengo Namulen has been named the new Principal Administrative Secretary for Internal Security. Beverly Opwora takes over as Secretary for National Administration, while Thomas Saka has been appointed Secretary for Internal Security. In another critical post, Moses Kipkoech Lilian will now serve as Secretary for Security in the National Administration. Additionally, Dickson Liyayi Magotsi has been designated as Secretary for Policy and Liaison, a role essential for ensuring consistent communication between administrative arms.
“These changes are part of our ongoing efforts to enhance efficiency and improve service delivery within the Ministry of Interior and National Administration,” said Murkomen. “Congratulations and godspeed as you embark on your new roles.”
The reshuffle also targets regional administration, a crucial part of the ministry’s structure. Gilbert Kitiyo has been appointed as the new Regional Commissioner for Nairobi, replacing Katee Mwanza. Kitiyo will now oversee coordination of national government functions in the capital. Meanwhile, Joshua Nkanatha moves to the Central region as Regional Commissioner, replacing Fredrick Shisia.
The Ministry of Interior is a central pillar in Kenya’s governance structure. It oversees internal security, public administration, disaster response, and the enforcement of national policies at the local level. It also coordinates the work of national government administrative officers (NGAOs), including chiefs and assistant county commissioners.
This reshuffle is seen as a strategic move to reinvigorate the ministry’s performance, ensure more effective coordination with law enforcement, and improve public service delivery throughout the country.
