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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party chairperson, Gladys Wanga, has strongly refuted claims that former Prime Minister Raila Odinga betrayed Kenyans by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with President William Ruto. Speaking on Saturday, March 8, during the International Women’s Day celebrations in Homa Bay County, Wanga emphasized that the agreement between the two leaders was solely aimed at fostering national unity. She dismissed suggestions that Raila joined forces with President Ruto for personal gain, insisting that the new broad-based partnership was designed to benefit all Kenyans. Wanga explained that the deal would help address some of the country’s…

MP Urges Ruto to Offer Former CS Susan Nakhumicha a Job Just a day after former Health Cabinet Secretary (CS) Susan Nakhumicha revealed that she has been struggling financially since her dismissal in the 2024 cabinet reshuffle, leaders from the Western Region have appealed to President William Ruto to consider appointing her to another government position. Speaking at the burial of former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) chairman Wafula Chebukati on Saturday, March 8, Kiminini MP Maurice Kakai urged the president to recognize Nakhumicha’s capabilities and give her another role in his administration. “Your Excellency, I strongly believe that…

Ruto Directs Renaming of School in Honor of Chebukati President William Ruto has announced that Sabata Secondary School in Trans Nzoia County will be renamed after the late Wafula Chebukati, the former Chairperson of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). Speaking during Chebukati’s burial in Kiminini Constituency on Saturday, March 8, President Ruto instructed the area’s Member of Parliament, Maurice Kakai, to facilitate the renaming process as a tribute to the late electoral chief. Additionally, the president pledged that the government would fund the construction of 15 new classrooms at the institution to support education in the area. ICT…

Murkomen Forms Special Task Force to Tackle Drug Abuse In a strong effort to curb the growing problem of drug abuse, the government has appointed a team of top experts to lead the fight against illegal narcotics. On Friday, Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration, Kipchumba Murkomen, officially announced the appointment of 18 highly skilled professionals. These experts will be responsible for identifying, analyzing, and ensuring the proper disposal of dangerous drugs across the country. The newly appointed analysts include Jane Nafula Kisutia, Dorcus Nzilani Muthusi, Jackson Siele, Paul Bwora Wahoye, Jerusha Waithera Mugo, Salvine Cheruto Katukoi, Godwin Khamala…

Chaos Erupts as Attackers Injure Police in Assault on Natembeya’s Convoy Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya’s convoy was ambushed and attacked last night as he was leaving the requiem mass for former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairperson Wafula Chebukati. According to reports, a group of hired goons confronted the governor’s team shortly after he arrived at the venue, leading to a violent altercation that left his driver and two police officers injured. Witnesses claim that the attackers were linked to the area Member of Parliament, who had already left the event before Natembeya’s arrival. The mob allegedly trailed…

Nekesa Chebukati, the daughter of the late Wafula Chebukati, has shared a shocking revelation about an assassination attempt on her father during the 2022 general elections. Speaking at her father’s funeral on Saturday, March 8, Nekesa disclosed that Chebukati had received intelligence about a plan to take his life in an effort to prevent him from announcing the election results. Despite the dangerous threats, Nekesa emphasized that her father remained resolute and showed no signs of retreating from his duty to announce the election results. She recalled how, just moments before he went to Bomas to announce the final results,…

As the rainy season sets in, residents living along the riparian areas in Nairobi have been urged to relocate. The Nairobi County government has advised them to move at least 30 meters away from both sides of the land to prevent the effects of potential flooding. Geoffrey Mosiria, the Nairobi County Chief Officer for Environment, issued a cautionary statement, advising those living near the rivers to take necessary precautions as the rains begin. He stressed the importance of ensuring that the drainage systems in these areas are free from any blockages, especially garbage. “The rains have begun, and we urge…

President William Ruto has reiterated the Kenyan government’s dedication to empowering women and girls, ensuring they have the necessary support to thrive and achieve their full potential. In a video message shared on Saturday, March 8, President Ruto emphasized that the government’s initiatives go beyond addressing gender inequality and justice. His focus is also on ensuring that women and girls have the tools needed to prosper in all areas of life. “Today, we affirm our commitment to empowering women and girls—not just as a matter of addressing inequality and injustice, but as a key element for building a stronger, more…

Government’s Daily Earnings from eCitizen Service Revealed The Principal Secretary for the State Department for Immigration and Citizen Services, Julius Bitok, recently disclosed that the government earns nearly Ksh1 billion daily from the e-Citizen service. Bitok was asked to provide details on the performance of the service during his appearance before the National Assembly Committee on Administration and Internal Security. This review was part of the Supplementary Estimates II for the 2024/2025 Financial Year on Friday. Although he did not specify an exact figure, Bitok mentioned that the daily revenue fluctuates between Ksh700 million and Ksh900 million, providing a rough…

The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has issued a warning to the public regarding a new scam in which fraudulent individuals are extorting money from unsuspecting Kenyans, promising them jobs or promotions within the organization. According to KFS, these scammers contact people, telling them they have been selected for job interviews or even shortlisted for roles within the Service. The fraudsters then demand payment to secure the jobs, preying on the job seekers’ desperation. In another alarming twist, some of these individuals have gone further to target current KFS employees, offering them fake promotions in exchange for money. KFS released an…