It remains unclear, however, whether it would apply to the current IG, Douglas Kanja, who assumed office despite being more than 60 years old.
A new, high-stakes bill before Parliament could redefine how top police chiefs are appointed if enacted into law.
The proposed National Police Service (Amendment) Bill, 2025, seeks to introduce a mandatory retirement age of 60 for both the Inspector-General (IG) and Deputy Inspector-General (DIG) of the National Police Service.
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