NPSC Chairperson Candidate Komora Mubadi Jilo Collapses and Dies Before Interview

Komora Mubadi Jilo, a candidate for the position of National Police Service Commission (NPSC) chairperson, collapsed and died while awaiting his turn for an interview. The tragic incident occurred on Tuesday, March 25, at the Public Service Commission (PSC) offices along Harambee Avenue in Nairobi.

Jilo was among four candidates scheduled to appear before the Selection Panel for the NPSC chairman position when he suddenly collapsed. The cause of death remains unknown, and his body has been moved to the mortuary pending an autopsy to determine the cause.

Political Background and Legacy

Komora Mubadi Jilo had previously contested the Garsen MP seat in 2022 on a Pamoja African Alliance (PAA) ticket but was unsuccessful. Despite this setback, he remained active in public service and was regarded as a hard-working and transformative leader.

“Komora was a transformative leader whose late entry into politics redefined the landscape of the Garsen Constituency. His tenacity, vision, and commitment to service earned him deep respect across the region,” one of his close friends said in a tribute.

Selection Process for NPSC Chairperson and Members

Jilo was among nine candidates shortlisted for the chairperson role. Other notable candidates included:

• Former Busia Deputy Governor Kizito Wangalwa
• Former IEBC Commissioner Margaret Mwachanya
• Former IPOA Member Doreen Nkatha
• Former PS Micah Powon
• Ex-MP Humphrey Kimani
• John Mutegi
• Susan Oyatsi
• John Otieno

The interviews for the NPSC chairperson position began on March 24 and were scheduled to conclude on Tuesday, March 25. The incident briefly disrupted the interviews but was later resumed.

Candidates for NPSC Membership

In addition to the chairperson position, 29 candidates were shortlisted for NPSC membership. Some of the prominent names included:

• Former police spokesperson Eric Kiraithe
• Former PS Colleta Suda
• Former Nairobi traffic boss Michael Barasa
• Former Bomet police commander Esther Seroney
• Ex-NYS DG Matilda Sakwa
• NPS Director of Gender and Children Affairs Jostice Barmao

Other candidates included Peris Muthoni, Rose Mumbua, Areba Omwoyo, Adan Abdullahi, Isaac Ole Shaasha, and Patrick Wakaba.

Outgoing Commission Members

The outgoing NPSC commission was appointed in March 2019 and served a six-year non-renewable term. Members leaving the commission include:

• Chairman Eliud Kinuthia
• Vice-Chairperson Dr. Alice Otwala
• Commissioners John Ole Moyaki, Eusebius Laibuta, Lilian Kiamba, and Edwin Cheluget

Requirements for Candidates

All candidates were required to provide clearances from the following institutions:

• Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
• Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• A Registered Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
• Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)