Force Commander Godfrey Otunge Denounces Inaccurate Reports
The Multinational Security Support (MSS) has dismissed claims that some Kenyan officers deployed in Haiti have resigned due to delayed allowance payments.
MSS Force Commander Godfrey Otunge described the circulating reports as false and malicious, asserting that all personnel in the Kenyan contingent have been paid in full, including their monthly allowances.
“All MSS personnel have received their salaries, including monthly allowances, and no MSS officer has tendered their resignation as alleged,” Otunge stated.
He emphasized that MSS officers remain motivated and committed to supporting the Haitian National Police in operations aimed at dismantling gang networks and restoring stability in the region.
“We urge all stakeholders, including local and international media, to seek clarification directly from the MSS before publishing any reports. Our doors remain open for transparent communication,” Otunge added.
“The MSS remains resolute in its mission to help Haiti reclaim its glory and restore peace and security for its people.”
The statement follows allegations by a foreign news agency claiming that nearly 20 Kenyan officers in Haiti had resigned due to delayed salaries and unfavorable working conditions.
The agency also alleged that the officers had not received a response from the government regarding their resignation letters.
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja had earlier refuted similar allegations on November 5, confirming that all Kenyan officers in Haiti had been fully paid. He noted significant progress in improving conditions for the contingent, thanks to government initiatives.
“The officers on the ground are doing quite well,” Kanja assured.
Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo also clarified that the United Nations is responsible for paying the officers, not the Kenyan government.
“The Kenyan team is part of the United Nations multi-support team in Haiti. Its terms of engagement clearly define who is paying for that support, and it is the United Nations,” Omollo explained.
The MSS remains committed to its role in stabilizing Haiti and urges media outlets to verify information before publication to avoid spreading misinformation.
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