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DCI Arrests Three Suspects Over Attack on Senator Godfrey Osotsi The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has confirmed the arrest of three suspects linked to the shocking attack on Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi in Kisumu on Wednesday, April 8. In a statement released on Thursday, April 9, the DCI said the three suspects were arrested following swift investigations by detectives based in Kisumu County. According to the agency, the suspects are from the Nyalenda and Manyatta areas of Kisumu County and are believed to have played a direct role in the violent incident. The three suspects, aged 24, 39, and…

Ruto Orders Demolition of Part of State House Wall Over Riparian Encroachment President William Ruto has announced that a section of the perimeter wall at State House, Nairobi, will be demolished after it was discovered that it extends into protected riparian land along the Kirichwa Kubwa River. The President made the remarks while addressing the Nairobi County Assembly on Thursday, April 9, 2026, where he spoke firmly about the need for all institutions, including State House itself, to obey environmental and urban planning laws. Ruto explained that a multi-agency team currently leading the recovery of riparian reserves in Nairobi had…

Court Issues Death Sentences in Ex-MP George Muchai Murder-Linked Robbery Case A Nairobi court has sentenced four people to death after finding them guilty in the robbery with violence case connected to the killing of former Kabete Member of Parliament George Muchai. In the same ruling, two other accused persons were each handed 10-year jail terms for offences linked to illegal possession of firearms and ammunition. Milimani Chief Magistrate Lucas Onyina delivered the judgment on Thursday, April 9, after concluding that the prosecution had successfully proved several charges against the six suspects. These charges included robbery with violence as well…

Ruto Hosts Nairobi MCAs at State House After Energetic ‘Tutam’ Chants During Historic Assembly Address President William Ruto has invited Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) from Nairobi to a cocktail gathering at State House, Nairobi, later this evening following his special address at the county assembly. The invitation was officially announced on the floor of the Nairobi County Assembly by Speaker Kennedy Okeyo Ng’ondi shortly after the President concluded his speech. According to the Speaker, the invitation came directly from President Ruto, who wanted to extend a warm and friendly gesture to the MCAs after the historic session. Speaking…

Governor Kenneth Lusaka Sacks Entire Cabinet Hours After Impeachment Motion Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka has dismissed all members of the County Executive Committee (CECM), along with the County Attorney and the County Secretary, effective immediately. This bold move comes amid political uncertainty following the announcement of impeachment motions against a county official. In a press statement released on Thursday, April 9, Lusaka said the decision was made under his constitutional mandate to ensure better governance and improved service delivery in the county. He emphasized that the reorganization aims to strengthen the county administration and enhance the efficiency of public service…

Ichung’wah Responds Strongly to Gachagua Following Ol Kalou Accusations Kimani Ichung’wah, the Majority Leader of the National Assembly and Member of Parliament for Kikuyu, has fired back at former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, alleging that Gachagua was behind violent attacks on his family and offices in Kikuyu constituency in June 2025. Speaking on the floor of the National Assembly on Thursday, April 9, Ichung’wah said that on that date, organised groups were deliberately mobilised to target his property. He claimed that his residence, his NG-CDF office, county government offices, law courts, and other national government facilities in Kikuyu were attacked…

A Kenya Power officer has been seriously injured after being attacked while carrying out his duties in Isiolo County, in an incident that has once again raised concern over the safety of field staff. According to the company, the employee, who works as a meter reader, was attacked on Thursday, April 9, while on official duty in Isiolo. The injuries he suffered were severe, forcing the company to arrange an emergency airlift to Nairobi, where he is now receiving specialised medical care. Kenya Power confirmed the incident and said the officer was moved to the capital the same afternoon so…

Ruto Under Pressure as Boni Khalwale Condemns Osotsi Kisumu Attack President William Ruto is facing fresh political pressure after Kakamega Senator Bonny Khalwale strongly condemned the recent attack linked to Senator Godfrey Osotsi in Kisumu. The incident, which reportedly happened around Kisumu International Airport, has sparked national debate after Osotsi was allegedly confronted by hostile groups while travelling through the city. The shocking development has raised serious questions about political tolerance, security, and the growing use of public spaces as battlegrounds for political rivalry. Reports emerging today indicate that the incident has alarmed leaders across the country, with many warning…

Fresh CCTV footage has now revealed the chilling moment Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi was violently attacked by suspected goons inside a Java House outlet at West End Mall in Kisumu. The incident, which happened on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, has triggered national outrage and renewed concerns over rising political intolerance in the country. According to the surveillance video, Senator Osotsi had just settled inside the restaurant after visiting the Acacia area for a routine haircut and later meeting a friend. Moments later, two men approached him aggressively before launching a brutal assault in full view of staff and customers. One…

Political temperatures in Emurua Dikirr rose sharply during the DCP mobilization event after eyewitnesses at the scene claimed that some supporters were openly carrying pangas, raising fears over the security situation ahead of the highly contested by-election. The charged gathering came shortly after former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s camp intensified campaigns for DCP candidate Vincent Kibet Rotich, whom the party unveiled as its flag bearer in the race to replace the late MP Johana Ng’eno. The by-election, scheduled for May 14, 2026, is already being treated as a major political showdown in the South Rift. According to people who attended…