President William Ruto has nominated Dr. Amani Yuda Komora as the new Chairperson of the National Police Service Commission (NPSC), alongside six other individuals proposed for membership in the critical oversight body. The nominations were announced on Monday via a presidential communication signed by Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service, Felix Koskei.
Dr. Komora, who previously served as Vice-Chairperson of the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC), brings a wealth of experience in public sector human resource management. He has also held senior HR positions at the Kenya Ports Authority and Kenya Revenue Authority. He holds a PhD in Human Resource Management from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT).
Among the nominated members is Ms. Angeline Yiamiton Siparo, a seasoned public health and governance expert. Ms. Siparo chaired the National AIDS Control Council from 2016 to 2022 and has worked with global organizations including UNAIDS, Population Reference Bureau (PRB), and Oxford HR. She also coordinated the YALI Legacy Localization Project across 49 countries and holds a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from USIU–Africa.
Other nominees to the NPSC are Ms. Peris Muthoni Kimani from Kiambu County, Mr. Edwin Cheluget from Nandi County, Mr. Benjamin Juma Imai from Bungoma County, and Professor Collete A. Suda from Migori County. These appointments aim to ensure regional representation and the infusion of diverse expertise into the commission.
The NPSC plays a constitutional role in overseeing key human resource functions in the National Police Service, including recruitment, appointments, promotions, and disciplinary control. If approved by Parliament, the new team will be tasked with strengthening accountability and professionalism within the police force at a time when public trust in law enforcement is under intense scrutiny.
The nominations mark a significant step in reforming the leadership of the commission, with President Ruto signaling a commitment to merit-based appointments and inclusive governance. Parliament is expected to vet the nominees in the coming weeks, after which, if approved, they will be officially sworn in to commence their duties.
