A multi-agency security team on Friday seized a large consignment of illicit alcohol during an early morning raid in Kericho County.
The operation, led by the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (Nacada) in collaboration with the National Police Service and the National Government Administration Officers (Ngao), targeted brewing dens in Kaplelartet Location, Sigowet Division.
During the crackdown, officers destroyed several illegal brewing sites and confiscated 50,000 litres of Kangara, 100 litres of Chang’aa, and 1,000 litres of molasses, a key ingredient used in producing the outlawed drinks.
Nacada Chief Executive Officer Dr. Anthony Omerikwa said the raid was part of the ongoing Rapid Results Initiative (RRI), a government directive spearheaded by Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen to curb illicit alcohol and drug abuse.
“This is not an isolated event, but a clear statement of intent under the directive of CS Murkomen,” Dr. Omerikwa said. “Our Rapid Results Initiative is mobilizing all government machinery to dismantle these networks that poison our communities and destroy families.”
The Nacada boss further warned that nationwide operations will be intensified in the coming weeks.
“Our children are home, and we cannot allow them to fall prey to the scourge of substance use. The vacuum left by school can be dangerous, and we are acting proactively to ensure they are protected,” he asserted. “This means our officers will be everywhere, from the villages to the urban centres, leaving no stone unturned in our pursuit of those profiting from this poison. Consider this a notice: we are coming for you.”
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