The Commandant of the Security of Government Buildings (SGB) and VIP Protection Unit within the Administration Police Service (APS), Senior Assistant Inspector General of Police Lazarus Opicho, has died.

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Opicho died at Aga Khan University Hospital in Nairobi on Monday night, September 28, 2026, after an illness, according to colleagues and friends.

Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja led tributes to the veteran officer, describing him as a dedicated, honest and exemplary servant whose contribution to the police service would be deeply missed.

Chief Justice Martha Koome also mourned Opicho, praising his contribution to strengthening security within the Judiciary during his tenure as the pioneer commandant of the Judiciary Police Unit.

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“I have received with profound shock and sadness the news of the passing of SAIG Lazarus Opicho, who, until his demise, served as the Commander of the Security of Government Buildings and VIP Protection Unit,” Koome said.

“On behalf of the Judiciary, and on my own behalf, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the leadership and entire fraternity of the National Police Service, his family, friends and colleagues on this untimely loss," he added.

📰 Source: Kenyans.co.ke