Interior and National Administration CS Kipchumba Murkomen urged parents to be mindful of the spiritual and mental well-being of their children. He emphasized the importance of sowing “good seeds” in children, highlighting the lasting impact of their upbringing on their future.
Murkomen stressed that parents and caregivers must focus on nurturing the souls and minds of the young generation, as the choices children make today will shape their futures. “Let us be mindful, not of the things we do, not of the money they are going to earn or the infrastructure we are going to build, but of the soul and minds of our children,” Murkomen said. He warned that the wrong influences could lead to irreversible harm, which would later bring pain to parents.
The CS’s message came in the wake of a recent protest by students of Butere Girls High School, who boycotted a drama performance after the arrest of their Drama Club director, Cleophas Malala. The situation escalated to the point where police had to use tear gas to disperse the students, drawing attention to the challenges schools and parents face in maintaining discipline and guiding young people in the right direction.
Murkomen’s remarks echoed those of President William Ruto, who also attended the event. Ruto called for a collective effort to protect children from harmful influences, including pedophiles and drug peddlers. He urged parents and teachers to shield children from those who seek to instill hatred or corrupt their values. The President reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting children’s education, urging parents to back their children in all their pursuits, whether academic, athletic, or artistic.
Both leaders stressed that nurturing the minds and souls of children is crucial for securing a peaceful and prosperous future. Murkomen’s message underscores the need for collective responsibility in shaping the next generation, ensuring they grow up with strong moral foundations and a clear sense of direction.
