Author: Judith Mwaura

Ruto’s Cabinet Minister Responds to Uhuru Over Gen Z Protest Support Former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s call for the youth to rise and fight for their rights has triggered political uproar, drawing sharp criticism from Environment Cabinet Secretary (CS) Aden Duale. Uhuru’s Friday remarks, delivered during the burial of a relative, have reignited debates on leadership responsibility and the tone set by former and current leaders. Speaking on Saturday during an alumni gathering at Garissa High School, Duale lashed out at the former President, terming his comments as reckless and potentially inciting unrest. According to Duale, Uhuru’s statement undermines President William…

Khalwale Criticizes Atwoli Over Remarks on Abductions Kakamega Senator Bony Khalwale has taken a strong stance against the Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary-General, Francis Atwoli, over his recent comments concerning the rising cases of abductions in Kenya. Speaking on Sunday, the outspoken Senator criticized Atwoli for downplaying the seriousness of abductions, which he said violate Kenya’s Constitution and democratic principles. Khalwale emphasized that such acts are unacceptable and must be eradicated. “The time for extrajudicial killings and abductions is over. This unlawful practice must end immediately,” Khalwale declared. The Senator referred to remarks made by Atwoli during the…

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has called on President William Ruto to address the growing cases of abductions in the country. This comes amidst heightened public concern over the issue, which has continued to dominate headlines. Speaking at the burial of Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) Chairperson Roseline Adhiambo Odede on Saturday, Raila issued a strong condemnation of the Ruto-led Kenya Kwanza government. He criticized the administration for failing to fulfill its promise to curb abductions, insisting that action must be taken to protect Kenyans. “I made it clear before the year ended that these abductions must stop.…

Gachagua Reacts to Maina Njenga’s Disruption of His Wife’s Event Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has spoken out following the chaos that marred a prayer event hosted by his wife, Pastor Dorcas Rigathi, on Saturday, January 18, 2025. The prayer gathering, held at Kamukunji Grounds in Nyeri, turned chaotic after Maina Njenga, accompanied by a group of youths, stormed the venue and disrupted proceedings. The unexpected disruption forced Pastor Dorcas to hurriedly exit the event through the back, accompanied by Nyeri Deputy Governor David Wairui. The prayer session, which was intended to focus on evangelism, began peacefully with attendees singing…

ODM leaders Edwin Sifuna and James Orengo have criticized some members of their party for being out of touch with the struggles of ordinary Kenyans, especially after aligning with President William Ruto. The two leaders spoke strongly at the funeral of former Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) chairperson Roseline Odede, accusing some ODM members of being sycophants and failing to challenge the government over ongoing injustices. Sifuna, the ODM Secretary-General, pointed out that despite the party gaining more influence and access to power, it is crucial for its leaders to remain true to their responsibility towards the Kenyan…

Alleged NIS Involvement in Abductions Sparks Tensions in Ruto’s Cabinet A growing divide is emerging within President William Ruto’s Kenya Kwanza Government as Cabinet Secretaries appear to be at odds with each other. This rift deepens as Ruto continues to appoint more politicians into his cabinet. On Tuesday, January 14, Justin Muturi, the Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, accused the National Intelligence Service (NIS), led by Noordin Haji, of orchestrating the abduction of his son. Muturi claimed that the incident, which occurred in June 2024, was only resolved after President Ruto intervened. He further accused the NIS and Haji of…

Junet Proposes Moving Parliament to Kisumu National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed has sparked a fresh debate by suggesting that Parliament should be relocated from Nairobi to Kisumu. Junet revealed that discussions among legislators to move the country’s second arm of government were already underway, citing last year’s breach of parliamentary premises as a possible catalyst for the idea. “I overheard in Parliament that there are talks about relocating it to another city. I’m not sure if it’s because of maandamano (protests) or other reasons,” Junet stated during the launch of LV Marina in Kisumu County on Saturday. The event…

Chaos Erupts in Nyeri as Maina Njenga Disrupts Pastor Dorcas Rigathi’s Prayer Meeting Tensions ran high in Nyeri when Maina Njenga, accompanied by a group of youths, unexpectedly disrupted a prayer meeting organized by Pastor Dorcas Rigathi, the wife of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The event, held at Kamukunji Grounds, quickly descended into chaos, forcing Pastor Dorcas to leave the venue abruptly. Eyewitness accounts revealed that Pastor Dorcas had been evangelizing at the event when the commotion began. The incident has sparked political unrest in the region, with concerns that the youths aligned with the former Mungiki leader may…

Recent reports have shed light on the methods employed by certain units within Kenya’s security apparatus to carry out abductions targeting activists and social media influencers. A special team, comprising members from the National Intelligence Service (NIS) and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), was reportedly formed to monitor and detain individuals deemed influential in mobilizing public dissent. This squad operates discreetly, often using unmarked vehicles and plainclothes officers to avoid detection. The process typically begins with the NIS’s technical team monitoring the social media accounts and communications of potential targets. Once an individual is identified, they are placed under…

Kenya: Former Kitutu Masaba MP and ODM party national treasurer Timothy Bosire has turned down a state appointment by President William Ruto. Through a gazette notice published on Friday, January 17, President Ruto announced Bosire’s appointment as the non-executive Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA). The position was set to last three years. However, on Saturday, January 18, Bosire stated that after consulting with family, friends, and other leaders, he decided to decline the offer. Despite this, he expressed gratitude to the president for considering him worthy of the position and for…