By Dorothy Musyoka
The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to curbing the production, distribution and consumption of illicit drugs and alcohol, in line with the Presidential Proclamation on Alcohol and Drug Control.
In Mombasa County, this national resolve is translating into coordinated, intelligence-led operations that are dismantling drug trafficking networks, disrupting supply chains and denying criminal syndicates the proceeds of their illicit trade.
According to Principal Secretary State Department for Internal Security and National Administration,Raymond Omollo,justice sector reforms are reinforcing these efforts, with specialised courts accelerating the handling of drug-related cases to ensure swift, consistent and effective accountability.
“Through strengthened anti-narcotics enforcement, offenders are being arrested, illegal operations shut down and criminal assets forfeited to the State to support recovery and prevention efforts,” stated Omollo.
“Justice reforms are also reinforcing these gains, with specialised courts accelerating the handling of drug-related cases to ensure swift and consistent accountability,” added Omollo.
Similarly, at the Port of Mombasa and other critical entry points are being strategically fortified through coordinated, multi-agency operations led by the Border Control and Operations Coordinating Committee (BCOCC) under the State Department for Interior and National Administration.
This integrated and comprehensive approach underscores the Government’s determination to protect communities, safeguard the youth and restore socio-economic stability by confronting drug and alcohol abuse decisively.