Over 400 Assistant County Commissioners (ACCs) have graduated with a Diploma in Public Administration from the Kenya School of Government (KSG), in a move aimed at strengthening the capacity of National Government Administrative Officers and enhancing public service delivery across the country.
The graduation ceremony, held during KSG’s centenary celebrations at the Kabete Campus, was presided over by Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku, who challenged public servants to embrace technology and continuous learning to improve service delivery.
CS Ruku said Kenya is positioning itself as a leader in digital transformation in Africa and urged government officers to equip themselves with modern technological skills to remain effective in a rapidly changing public service.
“Education is not a medal we simply pin to the chest. It is a lamp carried into dark rooms for others to see a way forward,” he said.
Public Service and Human Capital Development Principal Secretary Dr Jane Imbunya echoed the call for continuous learning, saying education should empower public officers to provide innovative and responsive services to citizens.
Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo said the training reflects the Government’s commitment to modernising Kenya’s security and administrative systems.
He said the initiative is part of the implementation of the Jukwaa la Usalama Report and President William Ruto’s agenda to build a more responsive National Government Administration.
Omollo noted that the Diploma in Public Administration programme has played a key role in addressing career stagnation among National Government Administrative Officers by supporting promotions and professional development.
He said the latest graduation builds on the 802 officers trained in 2025, making it the largest cohort of NGAO officers ever trained at one time.
The PS added that, under President Ruto’s directive, the Ministry of Interior has partnered with the Ministry of Public Service, the Public Service Commission and the Kenya School of Government to expand training opportunities and facilitate career progression in line with the NGAO Scheme of Service.
He highlighted other ongoing reforms, including the training of 5,892 Chiefs and Assistant Chiefs in paralegal and security management, the introduction of a structured career progression framework for NGAO officers, stipends for village elders, the establishment of the National Government Administration Police Unit (NGAPU), and the decentralisation of NGAO uniform distribution to counties.
Omollo reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to building a professional, accountable and efficient National Government Administration capable of serving all Kenyans with integrity and excellence.
The ceremony was attended by Attorney General Dorcas Oduor, Public Service Principal Secretary Dr Jane Imbunya, Kisumu Governor Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o, Kenya School of Government Chairperson Justice (Rtd) Charles Nyachae, KSG Director General Prof. Nura Mohamed and other senior government officials.
