DCI officers receive new equipment to boost war against narcotics
By Cynthia Lodite, May 13, 2026The fight against narcotics trafficking and transnational organised crime has received a major boost after the Government of the Republic of Türkiye handed over computers and office equipment to the DCI’s Anti-Narcotics Unit (ANU).
The equipment handed over during a ceremony held at the DCI headquarters was officially received by the Director of Criminal Investigations, Mohamed Amin, alongside senior DCI officers.
Leading the Turkish delegation was the Türkiye ambassador to Kenya, Subutay Yüksel, accompanied by the Counsellor for Security and Interior Affairs, Ibrahim Cildir, and the Coordinator of the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA), Kenan Yigit.
Speaking during the handover on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, Amin hailed the donation as a timely and strategic boost that will strengthen the ANU’s investigative capability, intelligence management, and operational coordination in the ongoing crackdown on narcotics networks.
“This generous support reflects the strong friendship and strategic partnership between Kenya and Türkiye. It significantly enhances our operational readiness and institutional capacity in the fight against organised crime and drug trafficking,” Amin said.
Turkiye government support
The DCI boss further commended Türkiye for its continued support in training and capacity building for DCI officers, noting that the collaboration has greatly sharpened investigative skills, professionalism, and preparedness to confront emerging security threats.
On his part, Ambassador Yüksel praised the DCI for its sustained and relentless war against narcotics trafficking and reaffirmed Türkiye’s commitment to strengthening security cooperation with Kenya.
“We stand firmly with Kenya in this fight and will continue supporting efforts aimed at enhancing collaboration and protecting our societies from transnational crime,” he said.
According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, the handover marks another milestone in the growing partnership between Kenya and Türkiye, as the two countries continue to strengthen joint efforts against organised criminal networks and the global narcotics trade.