Author: Judith Mwaura

During a recent church service in Kisumu, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen made strong remarks touching on leadership, national unity, and the fight against crime and drugs. The event drew attention after his speech went viral online, with some claiming he had made controversial comments about Raila Odinga. However, official reports from credible news outlets show that Murkomen focused mainly on governance, security, and moral leadership rather than personal attacks. Murkomen began his address by revealing that security agencies had seized more than one tonne of methamphetamine worth about KSh 8 billion at the Coast. He said the government would…

In recent months, many Kenyans have fallen victim to a growing trend of being deceived into joining the Russia-Ukraine war. These individuals are often promised well-paying operational jobs such as driving, cooking, or technical support, only to find themselves forced into military roles once they arrive in Russia. One such victim is Joshua (not his real name), a trained ICT expert, who travelled to Russia in September 2025 with high hopes of finding better job opportunities. However, his dream quickly turned into a nightmare. Upon landing in Russia, he was given a contract to sign — one that shockingly differed…

Kenyan Law Firm Onyango & Tarus Announces Auction of 33 Vehicles, Cheapest Model at KSh 81,000 A well-known Kenyan law firm, Onyango & Tarus Advocates, has announced a major public auction of 33 used vehicles available in Nairobi, Kisumu, and other major towns across the country. The announcement was made through a public notice published in The Standard newspaper on Monday, October 27, 2025. The firm invited interested Kenyans to take part in the bidding process, offering a wide range of vehicles at different prices. The lowest-priced car in the auction is set at KSh 81,000, while the most expensive…

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…