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Government to intensify Crackdown on Illicit Brews During this Festive Season

State officers at a consultative security meeting in Nairobi photo by Grace Mwende

Grace Mwende

The Ministry of Interior and Coordination has announced that they will be working with NACADA and police officers to regulate alcohol and drug abuse in the country during this festive season.

Through chiefs, the ministry will carry a thorough crackdown on illicit brews dens.

Speaking in with media in a Nairobi hotel, where the ministry held a consultative meeting with relevant state officers in upscaling alcohol and drug abuse across the country,the Interior PS Raymond Omolo said the government of Kenya is committed to ensure the youths do not get lost in drugs and illicit brews.

Inspector General Mr. Japheth Koome said that he congratulated Nairobi County police officers for a wonderful job for bringing order in the city and it’s environs but he added more should be done.

“it’s unfortunate that drunk drivers have killed so many people, we want to ensure that we reduce those deaths these season,” said Inspector General

Mr.Victor Okioma , NACADA CEO noted that, they are working on various regulations that will ensure illicit and counterfeits alcoholic drinks are out of market.

Mr.Victor said they are planning for several activities and sensitization to our youths during festivities season.

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