Ngong OCS Jacob Ndunda addressing a public meeting on October 22, 2026. /SCREENGRAB

Ngong Officer Commanding Station (OCS) Jacob Ndunda has imposed a 10pm curfew for children and school-going minors in the area, warning that those found loitering beyond the stipulated time risk being detained.

The directive comes as learners begin a 10-week school holiday running from October 23, 2026, to January 3, 2027, with schools scheduled to reopen on Monday, January 4, 2027.

Speaking during a public baraza on Thursday, Ndunda directed local administrators and security officers to strictly enforce the curfew against underage residents found outside their homes after 10pm.

“When it hits 10pm, no child should be outside. Ensure you tell the children after you leave this place,” the OCS said.

He also addressed children directly, warning that those found outside beyond the stipulated time could face detention.

“Beyond 10pm or 2200 hours, if you don't have a national ID, if you are a student, you should be inside,” he said, emphasising the role of parents and guardians in ensuring compliance.

Ndunda sought concurrence with the residents present during the meeting saying their nod amounted to public participation.

He tasked them with the responsibility of communicating the directive to their children and enforcing the agreement within their households.

“Let us agree right here, right now, because this is now public participation. What we agree here is what will be done so that you don't say later that we should forgive them,” he said.

The OCS challenged parents to remain aware of their children's whereabouts, particularly during night time, adding that they may be held accountable.

“We have already been told that we have entered the festive season. If you don't know where your child is and it's past 10pm, what do you expect that child would be doing out there?” he posed.

Ndunda also issued a warning to criminals operating within his jurisdiction, saying they would not be spared.

“We are not forgiving criminals,” he emphasised.

The extended school break raises concerns about children's safety and supervision, particularly where working parents cannot remain at home throughout the day.

Without the routine and supervision provided by schools, learners may face increased exposure to peer pressure, substance abuse, criminal activity and exploitation.

Children left unattended or under inadequate supervision may also be vulnerable to other forms of abuse.

Education stakeholders, administrators and church leaders have repeatedly urged parents to use school holidays to strengthen supervision, guidance and character development.

As learners remain out of school, parents and guardians are being urged to monitor their children's activities and whereabouts to protect them from risks including drug abuse, early pregnancies, crime and online exploitation.