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Drama in Machakos as Four People Nabbed for Allegedly Performing Witchcraft Near Politician’s Home at Midnight Tension filled Kyasila village in Machakos County after four people — two men and two women — were caught late at night allegedly performing witchcraft near a local politician’s home. The dramatic incident, which happened around midnight, left villagers shocked and restless as they tried to make sense of what was unfolding. According to eyewitnesses, the four were found with strange items often linked to witchcraft, including small calabashes, red clothes, and other mysterious objects. Their suspicious activities drew the attention of curious villagers,…

Babu Owino Sues Ruto Government Over Political Activities by Cabinet Secretaries Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has moved to court to challenge the legality of certain provisions in the new Conflict of Interest Act, 2025. The outspoken legislator, together with Law Society of Kenya (LSK) Vice President Mwaura Kabata, has filed a petition at the Milimani Law Courts seeking to stop all Cabinet Secretaries (CSs) and other senior State officers from taking part in political activities. In their petition, the two argue that Section 25 of the Conflict of Interest Act, 2025, which allows Cabinet Secretaries and County Executive Committee…

There was chaos in Kisumu’s Central Business District (CBD) on Monday morning after a 21-year-old man armed with an AK-47 rifle opened fire on police officers along Otieno Oyoo Street. The dramatic incident caused panic among traders, shoppers, and pedestrians, who ran in all directions for safety as gunfire echoed through the area. According to Kisumu Central Deputy Sub-County Police Commandant Bakari Mwanauli, the confrontation began when officers noticed the young man walking with two other individuals, one of whom was carrying a suspicious-looking bag. When police approached them for questioning, the man suddenly pulled out a gun from the…

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced that the government will destroy the huge consignment of methamphetamine worth Ksh8 billion that was recently seized during a major multi-agency operation in the Indian Ocean. Speaking during a church service in Kisumu County on Sunday, October 26, Murkomen reaffirmed the government’s strong commitment to eliminating illegal drugs and blocking their entry into the country, especially from foreign sources. He emphasized that the administration would not tolerate any activities that threaten the health and safety of Kenyans. Murkomen explained that the consignment, which weighed about 1,024 kilograms, would be publicly burned to send…

Residents of Njiru in Kasarani Constituency, Nairobi County, came together on Sunday to honour the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga by naming one of their estate roads after him. Led by the Kamatuto residents’ chairperson and supported by local boda boda riders, the group unveiled a bright orange and blue signpost inscribed with the name “Raila Odinga Road.” The move was described as a heartfelt tribute to the late ODM leader, who once served as Kenya’s Minister for Roads and was widely respected for his contribution to the country’s infrastructure development and democracy. Speaking during the ceremony, the Kamatuto…

Police Foil Planned Al-Shabaab Bomb Attack in Garissa County Kenya’s elite Special Operations Group (SOG) has successfully stopped a planned terror attack after intercepting eight Al-Shabaab militants who were preparing improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in the Welmerer-Yumbia area of Garissa County. According to security reports, the militants were caught while assembling the deadly explosives. The operation began after SOG officers received crucial intelligence from vigilant local residents, who noticed suspicious activity and alerted authorities. Acting on the tip-off, the unit quickly moved to the scene and confronted the suspects. Upon arrival, the SOG team engaged the terrorists in a brief…

Murkomen Speaks on Security Challenges During Raila Odinga’s Funeral Events Transport and Infrastructure Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has openly admitted that security agencies were not fully prepared for the unexpected challenges that arose following the sudden death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Speaking during a Sunday church service at AIC Kisumu Arina Local Church, Murkomen reflected on the events that unfolded after Raila’s passing. He acknowledged that the security system was caught off guard and faced significant logistical pressure, especially during the reception of Raila’s body at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). Murkomen explained that the ministry did not…

Shock as Speaker Wetang’ula Predicts His Own Death During Kakamega Visit Kenyans were left in shock on Sunday after National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula made emotional remarks during his visit to Kakamega County, saying he could “go anytime.” The statement, made in the presence of leaders, sparked mixed reactions across the country. Speaking during a Sunday service in Kakamega, Wetang’ula reflected on life, leadership, and mortality, telling the congregation that death can come to anyone at any moment. He reminded the gathering to live purposefully and serve people with honesty, adding that he had made peace with God and was…

Drama at Raila’s Grave: What Happened Between Raila Junior and Oscar Sudi A tense moment unfolded at former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s graveside in Bondo when Raila Odinga Jr. appeared to reach for the microphone while Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi was addressing mourners. Eyewitness video captured Raila Junior making a gesture toward the mic mid-speech, triggering a brief exchange as Sudi paused momentarily. The crowd reacted audibly, with shouts and murmurs, but the situation did not escalate into violence in the clips that surfaced. After the interruption, Sudi resumed his remarks and the ceremony continued. The incident happened as part…

Former Wiper MP Rashid Kassim Amin Defects to President Ruto’s UDA Party Former Wajir East Member of Parliament Rashid Kassim Amin has officially ditched the Wiper Democratic Movement (WDM-K) led by Kalonzo Musyoka and joined President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA). Amin was formally received into the UDA family on Saturday, October 25, by the party’s Secretary General, Hassan Omar Hassan, during a welcoming event held at the party’s headquarters along Ngong Road in Nairobi. Speaking after his defection, Amin explained that his decision to leave the Wiper party was driven by a desire to align himself with a…