Constitution of Kenya, 2010
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(2) The primary object of the national security organs and security
system is to promote and guarantee national security in accordance with
the principles mentioned in Article 238 (2).
(3) In performing their functions and exercising their powers,
the national security organs and every member of the national security
organs shall not—
(a) act in a partisan manner;
(b) further any interest of a political party or cause; or
(c) prejudice a political interest or political cause that is
legitimate under this Constitution.
(4) A person shall not establish a military, paramilitary, or similar
organisation that purports to promote and guarantee national security,
except as provided for by this Constitution or an Act of Parliament.
(5) The national security organs are subordinate to civilian
authority.
(6) Parliament shall enact legislation to provide for the functions,
organisation and administration of the national security organs.
240. (1) There is established a National Security Council.
(2) The Council consists of—
(a) the President;
(b) the Deputy President;
(c) the Cabinet Secretary responsible for defence;
(d) the Cabinet Secretary responsible for foreign affairs;
(e) the Cabinet Secretary responsible for internal security;
(f) the Attorney-General;
(g) the Chief of Kenya Defence Forces;
(h) the Director-General of the National Intelligence Service;
and
Establishment of the
National Security
Council.