One arrested as NACADA seizes over 250 boxes of illicit alcohol in Nandi County

One suspect was arrested during the raid conducted in collaboration with the National Police Service (NPS) as part of a heightened national crackdown targeting counterfeit and non-compliant alcohol.

The seized products have been submitted to government laboratories for analysis to verify their composition and regulatory compliance.

NACADA Chief Executive Officer Dr Anthony Omerikwa linked the timing of the operation to the ongoing school holidays, issuing a stark warning to parents and communities.

“This crackdown is a proactive measure to sanitise our communities before our children come home,” Dr. Omerikwa stated. “Idle time presents a significant risk, and the substances we seized today are precisely the kind that prey on vulnerable youth. We are acting to remove this poison from circulation.”

The CEO called for collective vigilance, urging parents and guardians to actively monitor their children's activities during the holiday period.

“Our enforcement teams are dismantling the supply chain with zero tolerance,” Dr. Omerikwa affirmed. “But protection begins at home. Parents must be the first line of defense. Engage your children positively and be alert to ensure this holiday period is safe and productive, not a gateway to substance abuse.”