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ODM Secretary General, Edwin Sifuna, has issued a bold challenge to members of his party who are supporting the government, daring them to leave and join the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA). This comes months after former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s decision to collaborate with President William Ruto to form a more inclusive Cabinet. Sifuna’s remarks were made on Sunday while accompanying Wiper Party Leader, Kalonzo Musyoka. During his speech, Sifuna emphasized that ODM’s primary role is to advocate for Kenyans as the opposition party. He expressed disappointment in some party members who were reportedly aligning themselves with the government,…

President William Ruto has firmly expressed his support for U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent executive order on gender recognition, which officially acknowledges only two genders—male and female. This announcement was made during his attendance at a Sunday service at the Global Cathedral Church in Nairobi, where Ruto emphasized that his government aligns with this policy. In his statement, Ruto proudly mentioned that he had reached out to President Trump, who reassured him of continued support for Kenya’s peacekeeping mission in Haiti. This came after concerns had been raised regarding the uncertainty of the U.S.’s stance on the mission following Trump’s…

A senior government official from the Anti-Counterfeit Agency (ACA) has been arrested by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) in connection with a bribery scandal involving counterfeit goods. The official, who held the position of Director of Legal Services at ACA, was under investigation for his role in a large-scale bribery operation, which allowed counterfeit goods to flood the market unchecked. The EACC confirmed the arrest on Sunday, with Spokesperson Eric Ngumbi stating that preliminary investigations revealed the official had received bribes totaling Ksh40,344,619 between 2019 and 2025. These bribes came from traders selling counterfeit products, who paid the official…

Gladys Wanga, the Chairperson of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party, has strongly denied the authenticity of a letter purportedly signed by her and addressed to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI). The letter, which surfaced recently, claimed that Wanga was requesting the DCI to investigate comments made by Kapseret Member of Parliament Oscar Sudi regarding an alleged assassination plot against opposition leader Raila Odinga. In a post shared on social media, Wanga warned Kenyans about the fake letter, emphasizing, “This is fake. Beware of disinformation.” The letter, dated January 23, falsely suggested that Sudi had accused the former Deputy…

In a poignant display of frustration, a local chief in Kenya was seen crying during a public baraza, expressing his discontent with the government’s actions. This emotional outburst highlights the challenges faced by local administrators who often bear the brunt of public dissatisfaction due to policies and decisions made at higher levels of government. Such incidents underscore the need for improved communication and support between local leaders and the central government to address community concerns effectively. The chief’s tears reflect a broader sentiment among local officials who feel overwhelmed by the expectations placed upon them without adequate resources or backing.…

Rigathi Gachagua, the former Deputy President of Kenya, made serious allegations against the Kenya Kwanza Government on Sunday, claiming that there is a well-organized plot to remove Chief Justice Martha Koome from her position ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking to congregants at Meru PCEA Church, Gachagua revealed that this move is part of a larger strategy to disband the Supreme Court before the upcoming elections. According to Gachagua, President William Ruto is also involved in this scheme, with plans already set in motion, including the allocation of funds for the operation. “There is a much bigger plot to…

Drama unfolded on Monday morning during a live broadcast of Citizen TV’s Daybreak show when two lawmakers from the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) engaged in a heated verbal exchange over claims of undue influence within the party. The debate, which had initially proceeded smoothly with input from political panelists representing both the UDA and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), took a dramatic twist when Kiambu Woman Representative Gathoni Wamuchomba, a UDA member, made a striking allegation. She claimed that UDA legislators often received phone calls from a senior figure who issued instructions on how they should vote in Parliament.…

Govt Ends Ksh 3 Billion Lunch Budget for KDF Soldiers, Introduces Pay-As-You-Eat System The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) officers are expressing concerns over the government’s recent decision to eliminate their long-standing lunch subsidy programme. In a memo addressed to the officers, Major General Mohammed Nur Hassan from the Ministry of Defence announced that the government would terminate the subsidized lunch programme by July 1, 2025. The memo explained that the shift to a new ‘pay-as-you-eat’ (PAYE) system was driven by the inefficiencies and shortcomings of the current subsidy model. “The transition from the existing exchequer-funded lunch programme to the pay-as-you-eat…

Police in Wundanyi, Taita Taveta County, are searching for eight inmates who managed to pull off a daring escape from the local prison. The dramatic incident occurred on Sunday, January 26, after the suspects broke out by scaling the facility’s roof and tampering with its structure. Authorities have identified the escapees as Patrick Karisa, Erickson Mwachofi, Samuel Onyango, Alex Makezi, Edward Maighasho, Robert Mchungwa, Mwangemi Mwanyange, and Joseph Kalama. These individuals were being held for various offenses, including theft, rape, defilement, causing bodily harm, and burglary. While the exact details of how the eight inmates managed to evade the guards…

Ruto Names 9-Member IEBC Selection Panel President William Ruto has officially named a nine-member panel to oversee the selection of new commissioners for the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). The announcement was made through a Special Gazette Notice issued on Monday, ending a nearly three-year delay that had sparked political tensions. The delay in appointing the panel was attributed to prolonged legal battles and political disagreements, which had stalled the process for years. However, the newly formed team is now expected to spearhead the recruitment of IEBC commissioners who will play a crucial role in the management of Kenya’s…