Migori, Tuesday, February 10, 2026 by Makokha Khaoya

Migori MPs decry deteriorating security

Suna West Member of Parliament Peter Masara has reaffirmed his commitment to ensure insecurity is addressed and strengthened in the county.

Speaking on Sunday after worshipping in one of the local churches in Migori town, Masara said he was inspired by Psalm 136, which emphasises gratitude to God for His enduring mercy and blessings.

He urged the community to remain thankful even as leaders and security agencies work to address emerging security challenges.

The MP acknowledged growing concerns over insecurity in parts of Migori and Suna West constituency, noting that non-functional streetlights have exacerbated criminal activity, particularly after 9 pm.

The MP commended the security teams for proactive measures already in place, including evening patrols by the Kenya Police, Administration Police, and vetted local youths under the guidance of the security committee.

He revealed that plans are underway to formally request the Ministry of Interior and National Aministration headed by Kipchumba Murkomen, to allocate at least two additional police vehicles to improve patrol efficiency in the Suna West Constituency, particularly at Oruba Police Station.

He also noted that recent criminal incidents, including the door break-ins at Orubakeyo Primary School, where computers and printers were stolen shortly after police patrols, point to organised criminal networks, ruling out the issue as an isolated act.

In recent weeks, residents of the Oruba area on the outskirts of Migori town have been decrying robbery incidents and criminal acts targeting businesses and residents as early as 8 pm.

To further curb insecurity, the legislator announced new measures agreed upon by the security committee and estate owners that included mandatory tenant registration, even in informal housing, submission of photocopies of national IDs to chiefs and assistant chiefs for verification and enhanced monitoring to prevent unidentified or transient occupants.

The MP assured residents that he is personally involved in the local security committee and will work with all stakeholders to ensure peace is fully restored in the Oruba area, Migori town.

Beyond security, Masara reiterated his strong commitment to education, citing a presidential directive that no child should be denied schooling due to a lack of uniform or financial challenges.

The MP also announced that his office will soon open a special application window for Grade 10 students, prioritising girls and vulnerable children while using some of the National Government-Constituency Development Funds (NG-CDF).

He added that he will continue to support foundations, charitable organisations, and NGOs that supports student’s education in his constituency.

In another church event in Uriri constituency, the area Member of Parliament, Mark Nyamita, called on the Ministry of Interior and National Administration to intervene in the skirmishes in Gwitembe area, Kuria East Sub-County along the borders of Migori (Kuria) and Narok (Transmara) counties.

Early this month a family in Ndimaru Sub County was rendered homeless and one person dead after their house was torched in a fresh attack; with fear now dominating the daily life of people of Seronga, Gwitembe and Angata Barokoi areas along the Kuria-Transmara borders.

There has been persistent violence between the Kuria (Ndimaru and Kuria East Sub Counties) and Kipsigis (Transmara Sub County in Narok) communities; a conflict that has dragged on for over three years, leaving a trail of deaths, destruction, and displacement.

Nyamita said many lives had already been lost and property damaged in the skirmishes, urging Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen to look into the matter.

Two communities at the border have for years fought over a parcel of land that lies along the borders of Transmara and Ndimaru/Kuria East Sub-counties.