The government of Kenya is determined to have Al-Shabaab listed as a terrorist group by the United Nations Security Council, DCI George Kinoti has said.
In September this year, UNSC rejected Kenya's application to have the militants blacklisted, following opposition by the US and Somalia.
The two nations claim that such a move could undermine global efforts in neutralising the Al-Shabaab militants before integrating members to the society.
Speaking at Santiago Chile on Monday, Kinoti said that the government will not rest until such efforts bear fruits in the coming days.
“Kenya continues to push for Al-Shabaab to be declared a terrorist organization,” he said.
Recently, National Assembly Speaker Justin Muturi faulted US stand, insisting that there is need to blacklist the group.
He said the move by the US to refuse to classify the Al-Shabaab a terrorist group emboldens it to an extent it can receive financial assistance by foreign organizations.
“The recent decision by the US to refuse to declare Al Shabaab a terrorist group ensures the group becomes a recipient of financing even by taxpayers, ” Muturi said.
A fortnight ago, the militants killed 11 GSU officers in Dadaab constituency, following an explosion believed to be an IED.