The high-level delegation visited the school on Thursday to assess the situation on the ground, receive briefings from security agencies, and coordinate ongoing emergency and investigative efforts at the institution.
CS Murkomen was accompanied by other senior government officials and security personnel as they toured the affected areas within the school compound.
The visit comes as authorities continue to piece together details surrounding the incident and account for all learners.
Upon arrival, the officials were briefed by police officers, emergency responders, and school administrators on the status of rescue operations and the measures being taken to ensure the safety of students and staff.
The Interior Ministry said the visit was part of the government’s immediate response to the tragedy, aimed at strengthening coordination among emergency teams and ensuring that families receive timely and accurate information.
Parents and guardians who had gathered outside the school compound were seen anxiously waiting for updates, as security officers maintained order at the gates.
Some families expressed hope that the government’s presence would help accelerate communication and clarify the fate of their children.
Emergency teams, including personnel from the Kenya Red Cross, police officers, and firefighters, have remained deployed at the school since the early hours of the morning when the fire broke out in one of the dormitories.
Investigations into the cause of the fire are ongoing, with authorities expected to provide further updates once preliminary assessments are completed.
Officials have not yet confirmed the full extent of casualties or injuries, as verification processes continue.
The government delegation also engaged with school administrators to review the institution’s emergency preparedness measures, including evacuation procedures and dormitory safety standards.
The visit underscores growing concern at the highest levels of government over safety in boarding schools, following the tragic incident that has once again placed the spotlight on student welfare and institutional preparedness.
Security remained tight within and around the school compound during the visit, with access restricted to authorised personnel only as rescue and assessment operations continued.
Residents and community members in Gilgil also gathered nearby, following developments with concern as news of the tragedy spread throughout the region.