Report On Consideration Of Nominees For Appointment To The National Police Service Commission

REPUBLICOFKENYA

THENATIONALASSEMBLY THIRTEENTHPARLIAMENT-FOURTHSESSION-2025

COMMITTEEONADMINISTRATIONANDINTERNALSECURITY

REPORTONTHEAPPROVALHEARINGOFNOMINEESFORAPPOINTMENTAS THECHAIRPERSONANDMEMBEROFTHENATIONALPOLICESERVICE COMMISSION-

1.DR.AMANIYUDA KOMORA (PHD.),MBS-CHAIRPERSON; AND 2.MS.ANGELINEYIAMITONSIPARO,EBS-MEMBER

Published by: TheDirectorateofDepartmental Committees Clerk'sChambers Parliament Buildings NAIROBI

Contents

| CONTENTS. | |---------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | ANNEXURES | | LISTOFABBREVIATIONSANDACRONYMS | | CHAIRPERSON'SFOREWORD | | CHAPTERONE.. 6 | | 1.0PREFACE. 6 | | CHAPTERTWO. 9 | | 2.0BACKGROUND 9 | | 2.1NOTIFICATIONOFNOMINATION | | 2.2NOTIFICATIONTOTHEHOUSEANDREFERRALTOTHECOMMITTEE 9 | | 2.3NOTIFICATIONTOTHEPUBLIC.. | | 2.4NOTIFICATIONTOTHENOMINEES. .10 | | 2.5CLEARANCEANDCOMPLIANCEREQUIREMENTS.. ...10 | | CHAPTERTHREE ..12 | | ...12 | | 3.1QUALIFICATIONFORAPPOINTMENTTOCOMMISSIONSANDINDEPENDENTOFFICES. ..12 | | 3.2PUBLICACCESSANDPARTICIPATION. | | 3.3APPROVALHEARING. ...13 | | 3.4CRITERIAUSEDTOARRIVETOTHENOMINEE(REPORTOFTHESELECTIONPANEL). ..13 | | 3.5CONSTITUTIONALANDSTATUTORYREQUIREMENTS. .15 | | EXPERIENCEANDQUALITIESMEETTHENEEDSOFTHEBODYTOWHICHTHENOMINATIONISBEINGMADE. .15 | | 3.7MEMORANDAFROMMEMBERSOFTHEPUBLICINRESPECTOFTHENOMINEE. 15 | | 3.8COMMITTEEPROCEEDINGS. ...16 | | CHAPTERFOUR. ....17 | | 4.0APPROVALHEARINGOFTHENOMINEES ..17 | | 4.1DR.AMANIYUDAKOMORA(PHD.),MBS-CHAIRPERSON 17 | | 4.2MS.ANGELINEYIAMITONSIPARO,EBS-MEMBER ..22 | | CHAPTERFIVE .27 | | 5.0COMMITTEEGENERALOBSERVATIONS ..27 | | 6.0COMMITTEERECOMMENDATION 29 |

ANNEXURES

Annexure 1-TransmittalletterfromH.E.thePresident

Annexure 2-Communicationfrom theSpeaker

Annexure 3-Advertisement notifying thepublic of the approval hearings

Annexure4-Invitationlettersfrom theClerk of theNationalAssemblytotheNomineesfor vettingbytheDepartmental CommitteeonAdministrationandInternal Security

Annexure 5-Letters from the Clerk of theNational Assembly toEACC,HELB,DCI,ORPP, KRA and ODPPrequestingfor clearancereports

Annexure6-Letterfrom theEthicsandAnti-CorruptionCommission

Annexure 7- Letter from the Kenya Revenue Authority

Annexure 8-Letter from theDirectorate of Criminal Investigations

Annexure 9-Letter from theHigherEducationLoansBoard

Annexure10-Letter from the Officeof theRegistrar of Political Parties

Annexure11-Letterfrom theOfficeoftheDirectorof PublicProsecutions

Annexure12-CurriculumVitaeoftheNominees

Annexure 13-Nominees filled Questionnaires

Annexure14-Minutes

Annexure 15-Report Adoption Schedule

Annexure16-SelectionPanelReport

LISTOFABBREVIATIONSANDACRONYMS

CHRP

Certified HumanResource ManagementProfessional

CHRM

College of HumanResourceManagement

CDC

AfricanCentreforDiseaseControlandPrevention

DCI

Directorate of Criminal Investigations

EACC

Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission

EAWLS

EastAfricanWildlifeSocietyEAWLS

FIHRM

Fellow,InstituteofHumanResourceManagement

GBV

GenderBased Violence

H.E.

His Excellency

HELB

Higher Education Loans Board

HR

HumanResource

HIV/AIDS

HumanImmunodeficiencyVirus/AcquiredImmunodeficiencySyndrome

IPOA

Independent Policing Oversight Authority

KRA

Kenya Revenue Authority

NPS

National Police Service

NPSC

National Police Service Commission

ORPP

Office of theRegistrar of PoliticalParties

PWD

Persons with Disability

PRB

PopulationReferenceBureau

SRC

SalariesandRemunerationCommission

USIU

United StatesInternational University

UNODC

United Nations Office onDrugs and Crime

U.S.A

UnitedStatesofAmerica

USIU

United States International University

CHAIRPERSON'SFOREWORD

This Report contains proceedings of the Committee on Administration and Internal Security relating to the approval hearings of persons nominated for appointment as the Chairperson and MemberoftheNationalPoliceServiceCommission.

Pursuant to the provisions of Articles 246(2)and 250(2) of the Constitution,section 6(5) of the National Police Service Commission Act (Cap. 85) and Sections 3 and 5 of the Public Appointments (Parliamentary Approval) Act, (Cap. 7F), His Excellency the President nominated the following persons for appointment the Chairperson and Member of National Police Service Commission-

1. Dr. Amani Yuda Komora (PhD), MBS - Chairperson; and 2. Ms. Angeline Yiamiton Siparo, EBS - Member.

The nomination was conveyed to the Speaker of the National Assembly through letters Ref. EOP/CAB/.26/4A VOL.VI/(190) dated 25th July, 2025. The nominees' curricula vitae, testimonials andthereport of theselectionpanelwereenclosed in the letter.

On Tuesday 5th August, 2025 and pursuant to Standing Order 42, the Speaker of the National Assembly conveyed the Message from His Excellency the President to the House on nomination of the two nominees for appointment to the position of the Chairperson and Member of the NationalPoliceServiceCommission.

The names of the nominees,curriculavitae and testimonials were referred to theDepartmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security for approval hearing. Upon conclusion of the hearing, the Committe was required to table its report at the earliest opportunity to enable theHouseto considerthematterwithin thestatutory timelines.

Consequently, in fulfilment of the provisions of Article 118(1)(b) of the Constitution, Section 6(4) of the Public Appointments (Parliamentary Approval) Act, (Cap. 7F) and Standing Order 45(3), the Clerk of the National Assembly, on Wednesday, 6th August, 2025, notified the public through theprintmedia that theDepartmental Committee onAdministration andInternalSecurity would conduct an approval hearing for the two nominees onWednesday 13th August, 2025 in Committee Room 26, 5th Floor, Bunge Tower, Parliament Buildings from 9.30 a.m.

Further, in accordance with Section 6(9) of the Public Appointments (Parliamentary Approval) Act,(Cap.7F),the Clerk oftheNational Assemblyplaced an advertisementintheprint media on Wednesday, 6th August, 2025, inviting the public to submit memoranda by way of written statementsonoath(affidavit)onthe suitabilityorotherwiseofeachofthenomineesin accordance to the Public Appointments (Parliamentary Approval) Act, (Cap. 7F). The advertisement indicatedthatthesubmissionsweretobereceivedbyTuesday,12thAugust,2025 at5.00pm.

Bythecloseof thesubmissiondeadline,theCommitteehadnotreceivedanymemoranda contesting the suitability of the nominees for appointment. The Committee however received a recommendationletterfromWomenChallenged to Challenge Organizationsupporting the nomination of Ms.AngelineYiamitonSiparo.

The nominees appeared before the Committee on Wednesday, 13th August, 2025 for approval hearing in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution, the National Police Service Commission Act (Cap. 85), the Public Appointments (Parliamentary Approval) Act, (Cap. 7F) and theNationalAssemblyStandingOrdersontheirsuitabilityorotherwiseforappointmentas MembersoftheNationalPoliceServiceCommission.

Pursuant to Section 6(7)and (8)and section 7 of the Public Appointments(Parliamentary Approval)Act,(Cap.7F),the Committee observed that thenominees had the requisite academic qualifications, professional training and experience and met the integrity threshold required for the position theyhad beennominated to.

Having conducted the approval hearing for the nominees pursuant to Article 250(2) of the 7F)and Standing Order 45(4),theCommitteerecommendsthat theHouseapprovesthe nomination of the following nominees for appointment as the Chairperson and Member of theNationalPoliceServiceCommission-

• 1.Dr. Amani Yuda Komora (PhD.), MBS -Chairperson; and

2. Ms. Angeline Yiamiton Siparo, EBS -Member.

I take this opportunity to thank all the Members of the Committee for their input, valuable contributions and time during the approval hearing and deliberations during the writing of the report. The Committee also takes this opportunity to thank the Offices of the Speaker and the Clerk of the National Assembly for the technical support accorded to it during the exercise.

OnbehalfoftheDepartmental Committee onAdministration andInternalSecurity andpursuant to Articles 124(4)(b) and 250(2)(b) of the Constitution, Section 8(1) of the Public Appointments (Parliamentary Approval) Act, (Cap. 7F) and the provisions of Standing Order 45(4), it is my duty and privilege to present to the House, the Report of the Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security on the approval hearing of Dr. Amani Yuda Komora (PhD), MBS and Ms. Angeline Yiamiton Siparo,EBS respectively nominated as the Chairperson andMember of theNational PoliceService Commission.

Hon. Gabriel Koshal Tongoyo, CBS, MP

Chairperson

Departmental CommitteeonAdministrationandInternalSecurity

1.0PREFACE

1.1EstablishmentoftheCommittee

• 1.The Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security of the National Assemblyis establishedunderStandingOrder216whosefunctionspursuant totheStanding Order 216 (5) are as follows: -
• a investigate,inquire into,and report on all mattersrelating tothe mandate,management, activities,administration,operationsandestimatesoftheassignedMinistriesanddepartments;
• 5 study the programme and policy objectives of Ministries and departments and the effectiveness oftheimplementation;

ba)on a quarterlybasis,monitor andreport ontheinplementation of thenational budget inrespectofitsmandate;

• studyandreviewalllegislationreferredtoit;
• d study,assessand analyzetherelativesuccessoftheMinistriesanddepartmentsasmeasuredby theresultsobtained ascomparedwiththeirstatedobjectives;
• f vetandreportonallappointmentswheretheConstitutionoranylawrequires the National Assembly to approve, except those under Standing Order 204 (CommitteeonAppointments)
• e investigate and inquire into all matters relating totheassignedMinistries anddepartments as they may deerm necessary,and as may be referred to them by the House;
• fa)examinetreaties,agreementsandconventions;
• makereports andrecommendations to theHouse as oftenaspossible, includingrecommendation ofproposed legislation;
• h consider reports of Commissions andIndependent Offices submitted to theHousepursuant to theprovisionsofArticle254oftheConstitution;and
• examine any questions raised by Members on matters eithin its mandate.

1.2MandateoftheCommittee

2. In accordance with the provisions of the Standing Orders 216(5)(f), the Committee is mandated to vet and report on all appointments where the Constitution or any law requires the National Assembly to approve, except those under Standing Order 204 (Committee on Appointments) 2. 3.In executing its mandate,the Committee oversees the Executive Office ofthe President and theMinistryofInterior andNationalAdministration and theagencies underitspurview.

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1.3 Committee Membership

• 4.The Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Affairs was constituted by the House on Thursday 28th October, 2022 and comprises of thefollowing Members:-

Hon. Gabriel Tongoyo, CBS, MP Chairperson Narok West Constituency

Hon.Col.(Rtd.)DidoRasso,MBS,MP Vice Chairperson Saku Constituency

| Hon.KalumaGeorgePeter,MP Homa Bay Town Constituency | Hon.Protus Ewesit Akujah,MP Loima Constituency | |-----------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------| | Hon.Aduma Owuor, MP Nyakach Constituency | Hon.Rozaah Akinyi Buyu, MP KisumuWest Constituency | | Hon. Fred C. Kapondi, MP Mt. Elgon Constituency | Hon.Caroline Ng'elechi, MP Elgeyo-Marakwet County | | Hon.LizaChepkorirChelule,MP Nakuru County | Hon.PeterFrancisMasara,MP Suna West Constituency | | Hon. Sarah Paulata Korere, MP Laikipia North Constituency | Hon. Francis Sigei, EBS, MP Sotik Constituency | | Hon. Oku Kaunya, MP Teso North Constituency | Hon. Hussein Weytan, MP Mandera East Constituency | | Hon. Mburu Kahangara, MP Lari Constituency | |

1.4CommitteeSecretariat

• 5.The Committee secretariat consist of the following:

Mr. John Mugoma Clerk Assistant 1

Head of Secretariat

Ms. Grace Wahu

Mr. Gideon Kipkogei Clerk Assistant II

Clerk Assistant II

Mr.EdisonOdhiambo

Ms.ClarahKimeli

Fiscal Analyst I

PrincipalLegal Counsel I

Ms. Judith Kanyoko Legal Counsel II

Ms.Delvin Onyancha

Research OfficerII

Mr. Rodgers Kilungya

Mr.BensonKimanzi

Audio Officer

Serjeant-At-Arms

Ms. Ivy Maritim MediaRelationsOfficerIII

• 6.Further, the Committee secretariat was supported by the following officers -

• 1.Mr.Arkan Mumin -Research Officer III

2. Mr.Reinhard Juma -CommitteeIntern

3. Ms. Libbie Kiragu -Media Intern;and

4. Mr.Shadrack Kimutai i-ResearchIntern

2.0BACKGROUND

2.1NotificationofNomination

• 7.Pursuant to the provisions ofArticles 246(2) and 250(2)ofthe Constitution and Section 6(5) of the National Police Service Commission Act (Cap. 85), and Sections 3 and 5 of the Public Appointments (Parliamentary Approval)Act,(Cap. 7F),His Excellency the President nominated the following persons for appointment as Members of National Police Service Commission(Annexure I)-
• a)Dr.Amani Yuda Komora(PhD),MBS-Chairperson; and
• b)Ms.Angeline Yiamiton Siparo,EBS -Member.

2.2Notification to theHouse andReferral to theCommittee

8. Pursuant to theprovisions ofStanding Order 42,the Speaker of the National Assembly vide a Communication dated Tuesday5th August,2025,conveyed to theHouse the Message from His Excellency the President regarding the nomination of the nominees seeking approval by the House for appointment as the Chairperson and Member of the National Police Service Commission (Annexure II). 2. 9.The names of the nominees, their curricula vitae together with the Report of the Selection Panel were referred to theDepartmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security for approval hearing and thereafter, upon conclusion of the hearing, table its report at the earliest opportunity to enable the House consider the matter within the statutory timelines.

2.3NotificationtothePublic

• 10.Article118(1)(b)of theConstitution providesthat Parliament shallfacilitate public participation and involvement in the legislative business and other business of Parliament and its Committees.
• 11.Section 6(4)ofthePublic Appointments(Parliamentary Approval)Actfurther provides that the Clerk shall notify thepublic ofthe time and place for holding an approval hearing at least seven days prior to the hearing.

12. Further, Section 6(9) of the Public Appointments (Parliamentary Approval) Act, provides that "any person may, prior to the approval hearing and by written statement on oath, provide the Clerk reith evidence contesting the suitability of a candidate to hold the office to which the candidate has been nominated".

• 13.Pursuant to Article 118(1)(b) of the Constitution,Section 6(4) of the Public Appointments (Parliamentary Approval) Act, (Cap 7F) and Standing Order 45(3), the Clerk of the National Assembly notified the general public on Wednesday, 6th August, 2025 in the print media that the approval hearing of the nominees would be conducted onWednesday 13th August, 2025 in Committee Room 26, 5th Floor, Bunge Tower, Parliament Buildings at 9.30 a.m.

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14. Further, pursuant to Article 118(1)(b) of the Constitution as read with Section 6(9) of Public Appointments (Parliamentary Approval) Act, (Cap 7F), the Clerk of the National Assembly placed anadvertisementintheprintmedia onWednesday,6thAugust,2025(AnnexureIII) inviting the public to submit memoranda by way of a written statement on oath (affidavit) on the suitability or otherwise of the nominees.The advertisement indicated that the submissions were to be received by Tuesday, 12th August, 2025 at 5.00 pm.

2.4NotificationtotheNominees

15. Pursuant to section 6(3) of the Public Appointments (Parliamentary Approval) Act, (Cap. 7F), the Clerk oftheNational Assemblynotified thenomineesofthetime and place ofholdingthe approval hearing via a letter dated Wednesday 6thAugust, 2025 and through an advert placed in the print media. Further, invitation letters for the approval hearing were written to the nominees notifying them of the date and thevenue of the approvalhearing asWednesday 13th August, 2025 in Committee Room 26, 5th Floor, Bunge Tower. (Annexure IV).

2.5Clearanceand ComplianceRequirements

• 16.On Wednesday,6th August,2025,the Clerk of the National Assembly wrote letters to the EACC, the DCI,the KRA,the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB),ORPP and the ODPP seekingrelevantinformationrelating tothenominees in compliancewiththerequirements of ChapterSixof theConstitution onLeadership andIntegrity.(AnnexureV)

17. On matters of ethics and integrity,the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission vide a letter Ref. No.EACC.7/10/5 VOL XXXIII (69) dated 12h August, 2025 (Annexure VI) stated that it had not undertaken any investigations nor recommended prosecution pursuant to its mandate against thenominees.

• 18.In regard to tax compliance, the Committee wrote to theKenya Revenue Authority through a letter Ref. NA/DDC/AIS/2025/112 dated 6thAugust,2025,(AnnexureVI1). The Committee did not receive anyresponse regardingtherequestfor a report onwhether they weretax compliant.However,the two nominees submitted their individualtax compliance certificates during the approval hearing.
• 19.TheDirectorateofCriminalInvestigations throughaletter Ref. No. DCI/CRO/SEC/6/7/2/A/VOL.XVI1/109, dated 8th August, 2025, (Annexure VIII) stated that the forensic fingerprints analysis of the two nominees had been conducted and that the criminal database had not revealed any previous criminal records.
• 20.TheHigherEducationLoansBoardvidealetterRef.No.HELB/RR/112009/V/426 dated 8thAugust,2025(Annexure IX), stated Ms.Angeline Yiamiton Siparo,EBS was not a beneficiary of the higher education loans. Dr. Amani Yuda Komora, Ph.D, MBS had cleared his higher education loans and was issued with a clearance certificate in 2011.

21. On the issue of party affiliation, pursuant to Article 77(2) of the Constitution, the Office of theRegistrar of PoliticalParties,videletter Ref.No.ORPP/ORG/34VolIX(28)dated

• 8th August, 2025 (Annexure X) indicated that the nominees were not officials of any registeredpoliticalpartyinKenya.

22. On whether there are any criminal proceedings against the nominees or any other previous charges against them, the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions through a letter Ref. ODPP/CONF/5A dated 12th August, 2025 (Annexure XI) indicated that there were no active criminal proceedings or previous charges against the nominees.

PROCESS

3.1QualificationforAppointmenttoCommissionsandIndependentOffices

• 23.Article 250(2)of the Constitutionprovides thattheChairperson,a Member ofa Commission andaholderof anindependentofficeshall beidentified andrecommendedfor appointment in a manner prescribed by National legislation, approved by the National Assembly and appointed by the President.
• 24.Article 246 of the Constitution establishes theNationalPolice Service Commission which shall consists of-
• a the following persons, each appointed by the President:
• i) a person who is qualified to be appointed as a High Court Judge;
• ii) two retired senior police officers;
• ili) three persons of integrity who have served the public with distinction;
• b the Inspector-General of the National Police Service; and
• C both Deputy Inspectors-General of theNational PoliceService.

25. Section 5(1) of the National Police Service Commission Act, provides that a person shall be qualified for appointment as chairperson or a member of the Commission if such person -

• (a) is a citizen of Kenya;
• (b) holds a degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
• (c)meets therequirements of Chapter Sixof the Constitution,and
• (d) is not, and has not previously been a member of the National Police Service.

26. Further, Section 5(4) provides that a person shall be qualified for appointment as a member under Article 246(2)(a)(ii) of the Constitution if the person possesses the following additional qualifications:

• (a) holds a degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
• (i) finance and administration;
• (b) has at leasttenyears'experienceinanyof thefollowing disciplines
• (ii) economics;
• (iii) humanresources development and management;
• iv public administration;
• labour laws;
• economics;
• (vii) law;
• (ix) ethics and governance;
• (viii) human rights;
• x mediation and consensus building; and
• (xi) change management.
• )meets therequirements of Chapter Sixof the Constitution;

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• (d)isnot andhasnotpreviouslybeen amemberoftheNationalPoliceService;and
• (e)hashad a distinguishedcareerintheirrespectivefields.

3.2Publicaccessandparticipation

• 27.Article 118(1)of the Constitution requires that Parliament and itscommittees shall be open to thepublic and facilitate public participation.Pursuant toArticle118(1)ofthe Constitution, the Committee conducted the approval hearing in an open manner.

3.3 Approval Hearing

• an approval hearing shall focus on a candidate's academic credentials, professional training and experience, personal integrity and background.

29. The criteria specified in the Act was used by the Committee during the approval hearing of the nominees.

• 30.Additionally,Section 7 of thePublic Appointments (Parliamentary Approval)Act,(Cap.7F) providesthattheissuesfor considerationby therelevantHouseof Parliamentinrelation to anynominationshallbe-
• (a) theprocedureusedtoarriveatthenominee;
• b) anyconstitutional or statutoryrequirementsrelatingtotheofficeinquestion; and
• ? the suitability of the nominee for the appointment proposed having regard to whether the nominee's abilities, experience and qualities meet the needs of the body to which nominationisbeingmade.

3.4 Criteria used toarriveto theNominee(Reportof theSelectionPanel)

• 31.In view ofthe provisions of section 7(a) ofthe PublicAppointments (Parliamentary Approval) Act,asreadwithSection 6(4)oftheNational PoliceServiceCommissionAct,theCommittee referredtotheReportoftheSelectionPanelforrecruitmentof nomineesfor appointment as a Chairperson andMembersof theNationalPoliceService Commission.
• 32.In theReportforwarding thenames of thenomineestoH.E thePresidentfor consideration, theSelectionPanelreported thattherecruitmentofthenomineestartedwithappointment of theMembers of theSelectionPanelvide a GazetteNoticeNo.1181 of4thFebruary,2025 and theinitial advertisementfor applicationsbythepublicfor thepositionoftheChairperson andMembers oftheNationalPoliceServiceCommissionwas advertised intheprintmedia on20thFebruary,2025andinthePublicServiceCommission'swebsite.

33. Shortlisting and interviews were conducted accordingly and names of recommended candidates for the positions of Chairperson and Members forwarded toH.E. thePresident vide letter Ref.PSC.SEC.93/37.VOL.VII (28).

• 34.Further,the Selection Panel received a Communique on 13th May 2025 on Referral Memorandumfrom theChiefof Staff andHeadofPublicServiceon the selectionreport outcome from the Appointing Authority that, referred back the list of candidates

recommendedfor appointment asChairperson,together withthatofone othermember on groundsthat they donotindividually andcollectivelysatisfy therequisiteconstitutional, statutory or representational thresholds.The SelectionPanel was advised to re-advertise for the position of Chairperson and Member (Persons of Integrity who have served the public with distinction).

35. The Selection Panel re-advertised the positions of Chairperson and Member (1 vacancy persons ofintegritywhohave served thepublicwith distinction)in theStandard and theStar Newspapers of Thursday 22nd May, 2025 and the Public Service Commission website. 36. That by closure of the advert on 12th June 2025, the position of Chairperson attracted fiftyone (51) applicants out of whom forty-two (42) were males and nine (9) females. There were no PWD applicants. 37. One hundred and fifteen (115) applications were received for the position of Member (Persons of Integrity who have served the public with distinction) out ofwhom ninety-three(93) were males and twenty-two (22) females and three (3) were PWDs. 4. 38.That, shortlisting of the candidates was conducted on 16th and 17th June,2025 using a set criterion andeight(s)candidateswereshortlisted(sixmales and twofemales)fortheposition of Chairperson and eleven (11) candidates comprising of eight males and three (3) females wereshortlistedforthepositionof Member(personsofintegritywhohaveservedthepublic with distinction) 5. 39.Invitationofshortlistedcandidatestotheinterviewsindicatingdateandtimeofinterviews waspublishedintheprintmediaon2othJune,2025andinthePublicServiceCommission website. 6. 40.Membersof thepublicwere requestedtoforward anycredibleinformationof interest through sworn affidavits relating to the shortlisted candidates.Further thePanel requested the National Intelligence Service, Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission, Kenya Revenue Authority and Higher Education Loans Board to conduct background checks on the shortlisted candidates. 41. The Panel conducted interviews for the Chairperson on 1st and 2nd July,2025 and for Members on 2nd and 3rd July,2025 at the Public Service Commission and a pass mark of 60% was agreedonfor all thepositions. 8. 42.Following the conclusion of therecruitmentprocess,the SelectionPanelsubmitted three (3) names for position of Chairperson and three (3)for the position of Member(persons of integritywhohaveservedthepublicwithdistinction)toH.EthePresidentforconsideration for nomination in accordance with Section 6 (4)(e), (f)&(g) of the National Police Service CommissionAct(Cap.85) 9. 43.In making the recommendations,the SelectionPanel adhered to theprovisions of the Constitution and the National Police Service Commission Act,including merit, gender, ethnic

and regional balance, PWD, inclusivity, diversity of skills and competences. The Panel also considered the content of theReferral Memorandumregarding the composition of the top command of the National Police Service Commission and the need for appointments to constitutional commissions and independent offices to comply with the constitutional imperativethat theircomposition,taken as a whole,reflectstheregional andethnic diversity of the people of Kenya and embodies the national values enshrined under Article 10 of the Constitution.

3.5ConstitutionalandStatutoryRequirements

44. The Committee, in determining the suitability of the nominees, was also guided by the provisions on leadership and integrity as outlined under Chapter Six of the Constitution. In integrity. 2. 45.Article75oftheConstitutionwhichrequires aState Officer,whetherinpublicor privatelife tobehaveinamannerthatavoidsconflictbetweenpersonalinterestandpublicofficialduties. ThisArticlefurther prohibits aState Officer whohasbeenremoved fromoffice underit from holdingany otherStateOffice. 46. Article 77(1) of the Constitution which prohibits a full time State Officer from participating in any other gainful employment. 4. 47.Article77(2) of the Constitution that prohibits an appointed State officer fromholdingoffice in a political party. 5. 3.6Suitabilityof thenomineesfor theproposedappointmenthavingregard to whether the nominee's abilities, experience and qualities meet the needs of the bodytowhichthenominationisbeingmade 6. 48.The suitabilityof thenominees wasassessedafter scrutiny of the nominees'academic credentials, professional training and experience, personal integrity, background and qualities as well as their performance during the approval hearings held on Wednesday, 13th August, 2025.

3.7MemorandafromMembersof thePublicinrespectof theNominee

49. Pursuant to Section 6(9) of the Public Appointments (Parliamentary Approval) Act, (Cap. 7F) which provides that "any person may, prior to the approval hearing, and by eritten statement on oath,providetheClerkwithevidencecontestingthesuitabilityofacandidatetoholdofficetowhich thecandidatehasbeennominated",theClerkoftheNationalAssemblyplacedanadvertisement in the print media on Wednesday, 6th August, 2025 inviting the public to submit memoranda by way of written statements on oath (affidavit) on the suitability or otherwise of the nominees. 2. 50.In this regard,by close ofbusiness onTuesday,12th August,2025 at 5.00p.m,the Committee had not received any memoranda contesting the suitability of the nominees. The Committee

howeverreceivedarecommendationletterfromWomenChallengedtoChallenge Organization supporting the nomination of Ms. Angeline Yiamiton Siparo.

3.8CommitteeProceedings

51. The Committee held two (2) sittings during which it examined and reviewed the nominees' certificates, testimonials as well as conducted the approval hearing.

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4.0APPROVALHEARINGOFTHENOMINEES

• 52.TheCommitteeconducted an approvalhearingforthenomineestothepositionof the Chairperson andMemberof theNationalPoliceServiceCommission onWednesday,13th August,2025.In conducting the approval hearing,the Committee was guided by the Constitution, the National Police Service Commission Act, Cap 85 and the Public Appointments (Parliamentary Approval) Act, (Cap. 7F), and the National Assembly Standing Orders.
• 53.The Committee examined the nomineesusing theguidelinesprovided forinSections 6(7),

4.1 Dr.Amani Yuda Komora (PhD),MBS- Chairperson

54. The nominee appeared before the Committee for an approval hearing on Wednesday, 13th August, 2025.He was vetted under oath to examine his suitability.The Committee noted the following-

PersonalBackground

55. Mr.Amani Yuda Komora, is a Kenyan Citizen of ID No.10310510.He was born at Hola, Tana River County on 1st April 1968. The nominee is fifty-seven (57) years old. He is married with two children. He is a former Vice Chairperson of the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.

AcademicBackgroundandProfessionalQualifications

• 56.The nominee holds a Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD.)in Human Resource Management from JomoKenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT),a Master of Science (MSc.)inHumanResource Management,fromJomoKenyattaUniversity of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Anthropology/Sociology, University of Nairobi (UoN).

57. He is also a Certified Human Resource Management Professional (CHRP-K) and holds a Diploma from the College of Human Resource Management (CHRM) and a Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management, from the Institute of Personnel Management (K).

EmploymentRecord andWorkExperience

58. The nominee served as in various organization and agencies in various capacities as follows

一

• a) A CommissionerandtheViceChairpersonoftheSalaries andRemunerationCommission (SRC)fromSeptember2018toSeptember2024;
• b) General Manager (Director) Human Resources & Administration at the Kenya Ports Authority(KPA)from June 2012 to August 2018;

3. C Manager, Human Resources at Kenya Anti-Corruption Commission (KACC)/ Ethics and Anti- Corruption Commission (EACC) from September 2004 to December 2011;

• d) Senior Assistant Commissioner, Human Resources/Integrity Assurance at Kenya Revenue Authority(KRA)fromNovember 1996 to August 2004; and

2. e)A project Officer at the East African Wildlife Society (EAWLS) from 1993 to October 1996.

ProfessionalAssociationsandMembership

59. The nominee indicated that he was a professional associate of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) as a Member of Governing Council from 2015 to 2019 and College of Human Resource Management from 2016 to 2019. 2. 60.Thenomineealsostated thatheis amember ofthefollowingbodies-

• a) CollegeofHumanResourceManagementALUMNIAssociation
• b) Board Member,Wema Centre,Mombasa

5. c Board Member,Tarasaa High School, Tana River

• d) Church Deacon,MombasaPentecostal Church

7. Church Deacon, Praise Chapel Mombasa

HonoursandAwards

• 61.Thenomineewas awarded aFellow,InstituteofHumanResourceManagement(FIHRM) on 13th June 2025 and National Honours of Order of Moran of the Burning Spear (MBS.) on 12thDecember2022.

Incomeandnetworth

• 62.Thenominee estimated hisnetworth tobe approximatelyKshs.102millionmade up ofland assets,otherfixedassets,movableassetsandotherformsofincomefirombusinessventures which includes the following:-
• a) Monthly pension receipts of Kshs.35,000from MadisonInsurance andKshs.6,500from KenyaPortsAuthorityPensionScheme Other receipts fromproceedsfrom supply of services of approximatelyKshs.1 million.
• b) In addition,his spouse's regular income is estimated at an annual Kshs.4 million and approximately Ksh. 3 million from business earnings.
• Adeferredincome/futurebenefitofKshs.2millionfromlandsale,Kshs.4millionin outstandingclaims/billsintheCountyGovernmentofTanaRiverandKshs.3millionin outstandingclaims/billsintheCountyGovernmentofKilifi.
• d)He has liabilities in borrowings of approximately Kshs. 2 million

PotentialConflictsofInterest

63. The nominee declared that currently he does not have any persons or matters that would presentconflictofinterestshould he assume theposition of theChairpersonof theNational PoliceServiceCommission.

Integrity

64. The nominee has neither been charged in a court of law nor mentioned in any investigatory report of Parliament or any Commission of Inquiry in the last three(3)years.He has also neverbeendismissedorotherwiseremovedfromofficeforcontraventionoftheprovisionsof Article75oftheConstitutiononconflictofinterest.

GeneralandSectorSpecificQuestionstotheNominee

65. The Committee posed several questions to the nominee on his knowledge and understanding onmattersrelating to theNationalPoliceServiceCommission.Heresponded asfollows:-

ProfessionalandPersonalBackground

66. The nominee informed the Committee that he hails from a marginalized community and Kenya Revenue Authority,the Kenya Anti-Corruption Commission and as the Vice Chairperson of theSalaries and Remuneration Commission.He noted that this diverse experiencemakeshimbest suitedfor theroleof ChairpersonoftheNationalPoliceService Commission.Thenomineefurtherinformed theCommitteethathehad beenpartoftheteam that composed theNational Integrity Anthem.

TheConflictBetweenNPSCandNPSonPayrollMatters

• 67.The nominee acknowledged that thematterishighlysensitive,notingthatthepayroll serves asa keymotivationaltool.Heemphasizedthathewould approach theissuewithgreat wisdom,recognizing its role in rewarding personnel. Hefurther assured that the Commission would work towards finding a solution that does not destabilize the National PoliceService, while respecting the principle of separation of powers, and ensuring that the National Police Service Commission retains its constitutional mandate toprovide oversight.

ProposedStrategicApproachfortheCommission

68. The nominee stated that, leveraging his extensive expertise, he intends to undertake a comprehensive transformation of theService's image and branding.He emphasized thathe willwork inclose collaborationwiththeother commissioners toenhancepublic confidence intheNationalPoliceServiceandtoeffectivelyaddressandeliminateanynegative perceptions or reputational challenges facing the Commission.

CorruptionintheService

• 69.ThenomineestatedthattheCommissionwouldcollaboratecloselywiththeEthicsandAntiCorruptionCommissiontoidentifyandaddresstherootcausesoftheissue.Heobservedthat corruptionoften arisesduetotheavailabilityof opportunity andinclination,particularlyin recruitment and promotions.He emphasized the need for utmostfairness and transparency whenever such opportunities occur, to ensure integrity and public confidence in the process. He noted that one way of dealing with opportunities for corruption during the recruitment was to digitize the process.

OnlineRecruitmentofPoliceOfficers

• 70.Thenomineenoted that theuseofonlinerecruitmentpresented an opportunity toseal the gaps in the recruitment process. He affirmed that, if approved by the Committee, he would workin close collaborationwithfellow commissioners,dedicating hisfull effortto addressing concernsraisedby thepublicregardingonlinerecruitment.Hecommitted toensuring that every issue brought forward is thoroughly addressed, with a focus on fairness, transparency, recruitmentprocess.

StrengtheningtheRelationshipBetweentheNPSC,NPS,andIPOA

• 71.Thenomineestated thattheCommissionwouldworkin closepartnershipwith therelevant agencies, fostering collaboration and building synergy to enhance service delivery. He emphasized that these institutions should complementrather than criticize one another,with a sharedcommitment toserving thebest interests of thepublic.

AddressingGender-BasedViolence,Alcoholism,andDrugAbuse

72. The nominee acknowledged that issues such as gender-based violence, alcoholism, and drug abuse are prevalent and must be urgently addressed,particularly within the Service itself. He committedtospearheading initiatives focused on employee wellness, coaching, and mentoring, ensuring that the voices of all officers both seniors and juniors are heard and considered.Hefurther emphasized his intention to address matters related to remuneration, to improve morale and overallwell-beingwithin theService.

ImprovingWorkingConditionsandExcessiveUseofForce

73. The nominee stated that he would prioritize ensuring compliance with Constitutional and statutory standards as well as ensuring accountability within the Service. He emphasized the importance of providing the necessary support to officers, including essential training programs,to enhance their capacity for effective service delivery.He acknowledged that budgetary constraints remain a significant challenge, limiting the Commission's ability to fully resolve certain issues.Nonetheless,he affirmed his commitment to working in close collaboration with all relevant agencies to collectively address these persistent challenges, whichhavebeenprevalentwithin the Commissionfor anextended period.

TheMajorFactorHinderingthePoliceReforms.

• 74.The nominee noted that budgetary limitations remain the primary constraint hindering police reforms,as resources are consistently scarce.He stated that the Commission would seek to engage with both Parliament and development partners and donors to mobilize additional funding aimed at addressing some of the existing challenges.He emphasized that such support would enable the Commission to tackle persistent issues within the Service, noting that inadequate funding has been a major factor slowing the progress of police reforms for a considerable period.

RemunerationofCivilServantsandWhetherit'saContributingfactortoCorruption

• 75.The nominee stated thatcivil servants are not fairlyremunerated due to a number of factors particularlydue tobudgetary constraints.Hereiterated thatcorruption occurred dueto opportunity and inclination but noted that regardless of one's remuneration,engaging in corruptionwasapersonal choice.

BalancingPoliceandCivilianRepresentationintheCommission

76. The nominee acknowledged that the Commission is made up of four civilian members, and fivememberswith abackgroundwithin theNationalPoliceService.He statedthat the compositionof the Commission though setinlaw,theroleofamember ofthecommission wasnot to represent institutional interests.He pledged to applyhis previous experience in managing similar dynamics tobuild collegiality among themembersofthe Commission.

Committee'sdeterminationontheSuitabilityoftheNomineetoholdoffice

• 77.The Committee,having considered the nominee's filled questionnairepursuant to Section 6(8)of the Public Appointments (Parliamentary Approval) Act, (Cap. 7F), his curriculum vitae and having heard his oral submission during the approval hearing, made the following observations on his suitability for appointment as a Chairperson of the NPSC: -
• (a)THAT in accordancewith Section5(1)of theNational PoliceService CommissionAct, the nominee is eligible for appointment as the Chairperson of the National Police Service Commission as he is a Kenyan citizen and holds a Doctorate and a Master's degrees from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology and a Bachelor's degree from theUniversity of Nairobi.
• (b)THAT in accordancewith Section5(4)of theNational Police Service CommissionAct, thenomineehasmorethan tenyears'experience inhuman resources development and management and has had a distinguished career in his field having served in various leadership positions in both the public and private sector that will be handy in managing both thefinancialand humanresourcesoftheNationalPoliceServiceCommission.
• (c) THAT in recognition of his contributions, Dr. Komora was awarded the Fellow of the Institute of HumanResourceManagement(FIHRM)in 2025 and the national honour of Moran of theBurning Spear(MBS)in 2022.He served as a member of the Governing Council oftheInstituteofHumanResourceManagementfrom 2015to 2019 and was also affiliated with the College of Human Resource Management during the same period. He is an activememberof theCollege'sAlumni Association and servesontheboards of Wema Centre in Mombasa and Tarasa High School in Tana River. He is also a church deacon atMombasaPentecostal Church andPraiseChapelMombasa.
• (d)THAT thenomineehascontributed to academicandpolicydevelopmentthroughseveral publications,including"Constraints toEffective Succession Management in the Public Serviceof Kenya:A Case Study of Kenya Ports Authority"and"Human Resource Planningin thePublicSectorinKenya:A CaseStudy ofKenyaRevenue Authority."He haspresentedconferencepapers on topics such aspublic servicewagebill sustainability andproductivity as a driver ofeconomicgrowth,including comparative studieswith South Africa.Additionally,he has authored key policy documents,including the"Public Service Remuneration and BenefitsPolicy Guideline,"the"AllowancesPolicy Guideline for the Public Service"and the "Framework for Recognizing Productivity and PerformanceinthePublicService."
• (e)THAT givenhis education background and work experience,the nominee has the requisite skills toturn-around theimage andoperations of theNationalPoliceService Commission.
• (f)THAT pursuant to Section 5(4)(d) of the National Police Service Commission Act, the nomineeisnotandhasnotpreviouslybeenamemberoftheNationalPoliceService;
• (g)THAT the nominee demonstrated an in-depth understanding of topical, administrative, andtechnicalmattersrelated totheresponsibilities of aChairpersonofNationalPolice

Service Commission. Consequently, he possesses the necessary abilities and qualifications to effectivelyserve astheChairpersonoftheCommission.

• (h)THAT the nominee meets the requirements of Chapter Sixof the Constitution on leadership and integrity having obtained clearances from the DCI, EACC, HELB, KRA and ORPP.

4.2 Ms.Angeline Yiamiton Siparo, EBS -Member

78. The nominee appeared before the Committee for the approval hearing on Wednesday, 13th August,2025.Shewasvetted under oath toexamineher suitability.The Committeenoted the following -

PersonalBackground

• 79.AngelineYiamitonSiparo ofIDNo.11015613,is aKenyancitizen born on 9th October 1968 (56 years old) from Narok County. She is a mother of three children. She has no dual citizenship.

AcademicbackgroundandProfessionalQualifications

• 80.The nominee holdsa Masters in Arts in Counselling Psychology from United States International University (USIU) which she acquired in 1993. She also holds a Bachelors of ArtsinPsychology,from USIU which he acquired in199o.Thenominee trainedin Corporate Governance,USAIDAwardManagementin 2ooS andStrategicLeadershipinHIV/AIDS Programsin2o03.

EmploymentRecordandWorkExperience

• 81.From 2023 toFebruary this year,the nominee has been working at TheYoungAfrican LeadersInitiative (YALI). She worked as aProject Team leader at AU/Africa CDCfrom 2022to2023.From2015to2021,thenomineewastheSeniorEasternSouthernAfrica Regional Advisor and Kenya CountryDirector atthePopulationReferenceBureau (PRB) from 2015 to 2021. She was a County Director for the Catholic Medical Mission Board from 2012 to 2015.

82. The nominee was a Regional Manager (Eastern Africa) at Health Policy Initiative Futures GroupInternationalfrom2008to2010.From2000to2007,thenomineeworkedinFutures, as Country Representative; Policy project then as the Country Director; Health Policy Initiative in Kenya.

• 83.The nominee has worked as a Consultant inWomen Rising International -Governance and HR Consultant; Yemaya Health Advisory- Gates Round Table Faith Listening Project; Population Reference Bureau- Technical Delivery Consultant; Budget Advocacy Consultant; United Nations Entity for Gender Equality (UN Women) Lead Facilitator Consultant; Action Africa Help International (AAHI); Catholic Medical Mission Board;International Relief & Development (IRD) independent Consultant; and ActionAid International (Kenya) HIV/AIDS&GBVConsultant.

Incomeandnetworth

• 84.Thenominee submitted thather sources ofincome arefarming and consultancieswhich are Kshs. 3,865,00o. Her net worth is Kshs.113,700,000.This comprises homes, real estate (shared with siblings), farms, plots, livestock.

HonoursandAwards

85. The nominee was awarded Elder of the Order of the Burning Spear (E.B.S) in 2021, and in 2004,URTNA Award forBest HIV/AIDSRadioProgram

PotentialConflictsofInterest

86. The nominee declared that currently she does not have any persons or matters that would present conflict of interest should she assume the position of Member of the National Police ServiceCommission.

Integrity

• 87.Thenomineehas neitherbeen charged in a court oflawnormentioned in any investigatory report of Parliament or any Commission of Inquiry in the last three (3) years. She has also neverbeendismissed orotherwiseremovedfromofficeforcontraventionoftheprovisionsof Article75oftheConstitutiononconflictofinterest.

PublishedWritings

88. The nominee has 3 Published writings 2. i.Co- authored, Mainstreaming Gender into the Kenya National HIV/AIDS Strategic Plan 2000-2005

• ii. The Policy Circle,A framework for analyzing the component of fami.ly planning reproductivehealth,maternalhealth,andHIV/AIDSpolicies
• ii. Provision and use of Family planning in Context of HIV/AIDS in Kenya.

BoardMember

• 89.The nominee has been a Board member invarious institutions, Chairperson,MaaWomen's Network,from 2019-present;Trustee Frontline,in 2019;Member of Board of Management, Moi Girls Nairobi, in 2018; Member, Narok County Budget and Economic Forum, Narok County Government,in 2018; Chairperson,National AIDS Control Council,2016-2022; Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries, 2015 - 2018, Advisory member, Amnesty International Kenya, 2015-2016; Advisory Board member, Amnesty Kenya, 2010 - 2012; Vice - Chair, HIV and AIDS Prevention Tribunal, 2009-2015; Member of HIV and AIDS Tribunal,appointed by the Attorney General 2009 - 2012; Board Member, National Council for Children's Services, appointed by Minister of State for National Heritage, 2005.

GeneralandSectorSpecificQuestionstotheNominee

• 90.TheCommitteeposedseveralquestionstothenomineeonherknowledge and understanding onmattersrelating totheNationalPoliceService Commission.Sheresponded asfollows:

MentalHealthIssuesintheNationalPoliceService

91. The nominee stated that the Service is affected by generational trauma and antagonism from colonialism. She noted that with her experience from Sierra Leone's civil war, Rwanda's genocide and Uganda, and her background in psychology, there is a need for debriefing and counselling for traumatic stresses that are jobrelated.

GenderDiscrepanciesandDisparitiesinpoliceservice

93. She added that there is need for gender mainstreaming through training programs that will be embedded in gender sensitive practices in the policing system. 92. The nominee acknowledged that there was a discrepancy in the service with approximately 14% of the total officers being women, leaving the male population to dominate in the service and further added that women are under-represented due to structural barriers and biased promotionalpractices.If approvedfor theposition,the nominee statedthatshewill ensure that there is affirmative action for female candidates to apply for senior ranks, and also addresstheinternal and outwardstigmafacing theservice.

Nominee'sPriority AreasifAppointed to thePosition ofNPSCMember

94. The nominee submitted that if approved for the position, she will apply the design thinking strategythatfocuses onunderstanding theneedsofpeople and creatinguserfriendly resolutions. She fiurther added that it is people centred and encourages teamwork therefore creatinginnovativeandpracticalsolutions. 95. In addition, the application of the design thinking strategy will be applied in mental and psychological support, accountability transparency and implementation of reforms.

KeyInterventionsforPoliceReforms

96. The nominee proposed the use of body cameras for police officers, introducing anti-bribery management systems,and training police officers on information technology to combat cybercrimes. 97. She noted that she will also work with stakeholders such as the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), and Judiciary Service Commission toensuremitigation of systemic corruption.

GenderBasedViolenceandAlcoholismintheNPS

98. The nominee stated that gender-based violence and alcoholism were as a result of traumas, and that there was need for community sensitization.She further stated that through her experiencewomen havechampioned community agenda in curbing substance abuse.

HighratesofHIV/AIDSprevalenceandpolicevulnerability

99. The nominee admitted that HIV/AIDS is a significant concern that is attributed to a combination of occupational and social factors specific to their working conditions and lifestyle. 2. 100.The nominee noted that organizations and government bodies need to work to provide education and training to police officers on HIV transmission prevention and human rights. She called upon Parliament to increase funding allocated to the HIV/AIDS control program.

ImprovingCommunicationBetweenthePoliceServiceandthePublic

101. The nominee stated that communication between the police and the public is a critical component of police reforms and is essential for fostering trust, enhancing security and buildinganeffectiveandaccountableservice. 102. The nominee alluded that there is need for more outreach programmes, partnership between the police and media to eliminate misinformation, through the provision of briefs, journals, andtimelyupdates. 3. 103.She further added that there is need to train the officers on customer service orientation, effective communication skills and promote a police culture of service and notforce.

Dealingwith"bluecodeofsilence"andfearintheNPS

104. The nominee noted that fear is especially pronounced in cases of gender-based violence. She further asserted that leadership and cultural change are needed to reward integrity,uphold ethics and strengthen professional training along with a strong public condemnation of misconduct.She added that there is need to work with IPOA,Internal Affairs Unit, and whistle blower protection to protect witnesses in cases involving the police officers.

Committee'sdeterminationontheSuitabilityoftheNomineetoholdoffice

• 105.The Committee,having considered the nominee's filled questionnairepursuantto section vitae and having heard her oral submission during the approval hearing,made the following observations on her suitability for appointment as a Member of the NPSC:
• (a)THAT in accordancewith section 5(1) of theNational PoliceService Commission Act, the nominee is eligiblefor appointment as a member of the National Police Service Commission as she is aKenyan citizen and holdsaBachelor'sDegree and aMaster's Degreefrom theUnited StatesInternational University.
• (b)THATthenomineehas held numerousleadershiprolesacrossregional and international organizations.Most recently, she worked at the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI)from 2023toearly 2025.Prior to that,she served asProject TeamLeader at the AfricanUnion/AfricaCDCfrom2022to2023.From2015to2021,shewastheSenior Easternand Southern AfricaRegionalAdvisor andKenyaCountryDirector at the Population Reference Bureau(PRB).She alsoserved as Country Director for the CatholicMedicalMissionBoardfrom2012to2015and asRegionalManagerforEastern Africa at theHealthPolicyInitiative,Futures GroupInternational,from 2008 to 2010. Between 2000 and 2007, she held various roles at Futures Group, including Country Representative and Country Director for the Health Policy Initiative in Kenya.
• (c)THATMs.Siparohasworked extensively as a consultant for organizations such as WomenRisingInternational,YemayaHealthAdvisory,PopulationReferenceBureau, UN Women,Action Africa Help International,Catholic Medical Mission Board,

International Relief & Development, and ActionAid International (Kenya), focusing on governance, human resources, HIV/AIDS, and gender-based violence.

• (d) THAT the nominee has authored and co-authored several publications, including "Mainstreaming Gender into the Kenya National HIV/AIDS Strategic Plan 20002005,""The Policy Circle: A Framework for Analyzing Components of Family Planning, ReproductiveHealth,MaternalHealth,andHIV/AIDSPolicies,"and"Provisionand Use of Family Planning in the Context of HIV/AIDS in Kenya."
• (e)THAT thenomineeisthecurrentChairperson of theMaaWomen'sNetwork(2o19present), Trustee of Frontline (2019), and has served on the boards of Moi Girls Nairobi (2018),Narok County Budget and Economic Forum(2018),and the National AIDS Control Council (2016-2022). She was also a board member of South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited (2015-2018),and held advisory roles with AmnestyInternational Kenya (2010-2016). Additionally, she served as Vice Chair of the HIV and AIDS Prevention Tribunal (2009-2015), and was a member of the National Council for Children's Services (2005).
• f THAT the nominee meets the requirements of Chapter Sixof the Constitution on leadership and integrity having obtained clearances from the DCI, EACC, HELB, KRA and ORPP.
• (g) THAT pursuant to Section 5(4)(b) of the National Police Service Commission Act (Cap. 85),the nominee has demonstrated experience in human rights and ethics and governance, mediation and consensus building having worked in both public and private sector.
• (h)THATpursuanttoSection5(4)(d)of theNational PoliceServiceCommissionAct,the nomineeisnot and hasnotpreviouslybeenamemberoftheNationalPoliceService;
• (i)Thenominee demonstrated lextensive andimpressiveknowledgeoftopical, administrative and technicalissues touching on themandate ofNPSC.She therefore has the requisite abilities,qualifications and experience to serve as a Commissioner.

CHAPTERFIVE

5.0COMMITTEEGENERALOBSERVATIONS

106. The Committee having considered the provisions of the Constitution, Section 5 and 6 of the National Police Service Act and Section 6(7)and(8)and 7 of the Public Appointments (Parliamentary Approval) Act,(Cap. 7F), nominees filled Questionnaires andtheir curriculavitae andhavingheardthe oral submissions during the approval hearing, made the following observations on their suitability for appointment as the Chairperson and Member of theNational Police Service Commission:- 2. a.AllthenomineeswerenominatedinaccordancewiththeprovisionsofArticles 246(2) and 250(2) of the Constitution and Section 6(5) of the National Police Service Commission Act (Cap.85). 3. b.All the nominees who appeared before the Committee are Kenyan citizens in conformity withArticle78(1)ofthe Constitution and Section5(1)(a)oftheNational PoliceService CommissionAct. 4. c.Allthenomineessubmittednottoparticipateinanyothergainfulemployment while serving asState officers as required by Article 77(1) of the Constitution. 5. d.In accordance with Article 77(2) of the Constitution, Section 5(5) of the National Police:ServiceCommissionActandtheScheduleof thePublicAppointment (Parliamentary Approval) Act, (Cap. 7F), none of the nominees holds office in any political party. 6. e.ThenomineesdemonstratedcompliancewithArticles75and76oftheConstitution on the conduct and financial probity of State officers. They indicated non-existence ofpotentialconflictofinterestandcommittedtodeclareanyshoulditarise. 7. Bythesetdeadlineofreceiptofmemorandafrommembersofthepublic,the Committeehadnotreceived anysubmissionfromthepublicon thesuitabilityofthe nominees.TheCommitteehoweverreceivedarecommendationletterfromWomen Challenged to Challenge Organization supporting the nomination of Ms. Angeline Yiamiton Siparo. 8. g.The nominees meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution on leadership and integrity having obtained clearance from the following statutory bodies; the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC),the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP), Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) and theHigherEducationLoanBoard(HELB). 9. h.The nominees demonstrated deep understanding of the topical, administrative, and technical issues touching on governance and the roles of the Chairperson and

Member of the National Police Service Commission and they possess the requisite abilities, qualifications and experience to serve in the National Police Service Commission.

• From the SelectionPanel Report, the SelectionPanel adhered to the provisions of the Constitution and theNational PoliceService CommissionAct,includingmerit, gender, ethnic and regional balance, PWD, inclusivity, diversity of skills and competencesinselectioncriteria.
• The EACC, in response to a request for information on the nominees, pointed out that it had not undertaken any investigations pursuant to its mandate against the two(2) )nominees,nor has it recommended prosecution of any of them.The CommissionhoweverdrewtheattentionoftheCommittee tothePublicService CommissionCircularreferencedPSC/ADM/13onauthenticationofacademic and professionalcertificatesin thepublic service and that the Committee should ensure compliance andvalidateall academic andprofessional certificates ofthenominees.

CHAPTERSIX

6.0COMMITTEERECOMMENDATION

• 107.The Committee, having held approval hearings of the nominees regarding their suitability,andpursuant toArticle 250(2)of the Constitution,Section 6theNational Police Service Commission Act (Cap. 85) and the Public Appointments (Parliamentary Approval Act)(Cap.7F),the Committee recommends that the National Assembly APPROVES the nomination of the following as the Chairperson and Member of the NationalPoliceServiceCommission-
• a) )Dr.Amani Yuda Komora (PhD), MBS-Chairperson; and
• b) Ms. Angeline Yiamiton Siparo, EBS - Member.

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HON.HON.GABRIELKOSHALTONGOYO,CBS,MP,

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DEPARTMENTALCOMMITTEEONADMINISTRATIONANDINTERNALSECURITY ONTHEAPPROVALHEARINGOFDR.AMANIYUDAKOMORA,MBS,CHRPANDMS. ANGELINE YIAMITON SIPARO,EBS AS NOMINEES FOR APPOINTMENT AS CHAIRPERSONANDMEMBEROFTHENATIONALPOLICESERVICECOMMISSION.

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| No. | MEMBER | SIGNATURE | |-------|-------------------------------------------------------|-------------| | 1. | Hon. Gabriel Koshal Tongoyo, CBS, MP - Chairperson | | | 2. | Hon. Col (Rtd) Dido Rasso, MBS, MP - Vice Chairperson | JJ | | 3. | Hon. Kaluma George Peter, CBS, MP | | | 4. | Hon. Fred C. Kapondi , MP | | | 5. | Hon. Aduma Owuor, MP | | | 6. | Hon. Sarah Paulata Korere, MP | | | 7. | Hon. Liza Chepkorir Chelule, MP | | | 8. | Hon. Mburu Kahangara, MP | | | 9. | Hon.(Dr.) Peter Francis Masara , MP | | | 10. | Hon.(Prof.) Protus Ewesit Akujah, MP | | | I1. | Hon. Oku Kaunya, MP | | | 12. | Hon. Rozaah Akinyi Buyu, MP | | | 13. | Hon. Amb. Francis Kipyegon Sigei, EBS, MP | | | 14. | Hon. Caroline Jeptoo Ng'elechei, MP | | | 15. | Hon.Hussein Weytan Mohammed, MP | |