DIG Lagat assesses police recruits at Magadi FTC ahead of next month’s graduation
Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat visited the Magadi Field Campus to inspect police recruits ahead of their upcoming graduation. The visit included demonstrations of tactical skills and firearms proficiency.
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Public oversight of police training and operational readiness is a standard component of national security and law enforcement administration.
Deputy Inspector General of the Kenya Police Service Eliud Lagat is received by GSU commandant Johana Tonui at Magadi FTC on August 6, 2026/KPS
Deputy Inspector General of the Kenya Police Service Eliud Lagat has urged police recruits undergoing training at the National Police Service (NPS) Magadi Field Campus to maintain discipline, determination and enthusiasm as they approach graduation.
Lagat made the call during his visit to the campus, where he witnessed battle training demonstrations showcasing the recruits’ practical field skills, coordination and operational preparedness.
“The final stretch is here. Finish with a lot of energy and enthusiasm so that all of us will be proud of you when you pass out next month,” Lagat told the recruits.
The recruits have undergone eight months of intensive training, combining classroom instruction with practical exercises designed to prepare them for the demands of policing and public service.
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