Omollo Spotlights Water Diplomacy in Nairobi Summit.
Interior Principal Secretary Dr. Raymond Omollo addressed the International Conference on Water, Peace and Security in Nairobi, highlighting Kenya’s leadership in resolving resource conflicts.
Omollo stressed collaborative approaches to shared waters amid rising tensions. He outlined water scarcity as a national security threat, pushing for technology and treaties to prevent disputes.
Omollo, who was speaking in Nyatike Sub-County on Sunday, said people from the Nyanza region do not need any written agreement with President Ruto to get development in future.
“What President Ruto is doing is economic justice. And he is doing it without any coercion. Let us not allow any of our leaders to coerce or give conditions to the President. He is already doing what he promised, what he knows is in the best interest of the country,” said the Interior PS.
Omollo opined that Ruto had been promoting development in the Nyanza region, even without any formal agreement. According to the PS, Ruto has demonstrated that he is ready to work with the people from Nyanza. He expressed confidence that Kenyans will re-elect Ruto in the 2027 polls based on his development track record
“Kenyans will be able to judge you by what you can do for them,” he added.
He linked President Ruto’s economic agenda to funding peace initiatives, drawing global experts for discussions on equitable sharing. He noted emphasis on Nile and Lake Victoria challenges.
Omollo’s Broader Impact
Ranked Kenya’s top PS at 69.7%, Omollo integrates data analytics into security policies on climate migration. The summit boosts Kenya’s East African diplomacy, attracting investments in infrastructure.
A Similar remark was echoed by Uriri Member of Parliament Mark Nyamitta, who called for an end to “unnecessary sideshows”.
Additionally, Alego Usonga Members of Parliament Sam Atandi said the Luo leaders must work together for the sake of development in the region.
This ties this to Ruto’s non-conditional development in regions like Nyanza. Participants from over 20 nations explored AI for monitoring and extremism prevention. Omollo’s vision positions Kenya as a stability hub, with MPs endorsing cross-party support. This aligns with ongoing internal security reforms.