Douglas Kanja Kirocho

Douglas Kanja Kirocho
CBS, OGW
Inspector General of the National Police Service
Assumed office
September 19, 2024
PresidentWilliam Ruto
DeputyEliud Lagat - KPS
Gilbert Masengeli - APS
Preceded byGilbert Masengeli (Acting)
Personal details
Born
Douglas Kanja Kirocho
NationalityKenyan
OccupationPolice Officer
Military service
RankInspector General

Douglas Kanja Kirocho is a Kenyan police officer and the current inspector general of the National Police Service of Kenya. Appointed by President William Ruto and confirmed through parliamentary vetting, Kanja took office on September 19, 2024. His career in Kenya's law enforcement spans nearly four decades, marked by progressive leadership roles and significant contributions to public security in Kenya.