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Environment Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has strongly challenged Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka to provide evidence supporting his claims that President William Ruto is plotting to rig the 2027 general elections. Speaking during the 14th graduation ceremony at Almustaqbal University in Garissa County on Saturday, January 25, Duale dismissed Kalonzo’s allegations as baseless and misleading. In a fiery rebuttal, the former Defence Cabinet Secretary accused Kalonzo of making unfounded claims that undermine public trust in Kenya’s democratic processes. He emphasized that the power to elect leaders lies solely in the hands of Kenyan voters and not with the Independent Electoral…

The government has revoked the appointment of former National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) Director General Francis Meja as a member of the Council of Murang’a University of Technology. This decision comes just a year after Meja was appointed to the position. An official notice dated January 20, 2025, issued by Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos, directed Meja to vacate his role effective immediately. The revocation follows Meja’s recent swearing-in as a member of the Public Service Commission (PSC). In December 2024, President William Ruto had nominated Meja to join the PSC Board. Subsequently, Meja was officially sworn into his…

An officer working with the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has been apprehended and charged with soliciting a Ksh20,000 bribe to allegedly interfere with an ongoing investigation. The officer, a sergeant stationed at Changamwe Police Station in Mombasa County, was taken into custody by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) nearly seven years after the alleged offense occurred. In a statement released by the EACC, the commission revealed that the officer had requested the bribe to terminate a criminal case in which the complainant was involved. “EACC has arrested and arraigned a DCI officer based at Changamwe Police Station in…

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has strongly responded to President William Ruto, who recently accused him of dividing Kenyans along ethnic lines. Speaking during a gathering at the home of NARC Kenya party leader Martha Karua in Gichugu, Kirinyaga County, on Saturday, January 25, Gachagua dismissed Ruto’s claims, emphasizing that he had supported the president despite belonging to a different ethnic community. In his address, Gachagua termed Ruto’s accusations as an insult to the Kikuyu community, saying it was unfair for the president to label him as tribal. He noted that his support for Ruto in the past proved his…

In an unexpected twist, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua extended an olive branch to Narc-Kenya Party leader Martha Karua in a deeply symbolic and culturally significant manner. The two leaders, who were once fierce political rivals often clashing over ideological differences and party affiliations, met for what appeared to be a reconciliation at Karua’s home in Gichugu, Kirinyaga County. Gachagua, accompanied by his wife, Pastor Dorcas Rigathi, and a delegation of allies, arrived at Karua’s residence bearing an array of gifts. The meeting, which was marked by warmth and camaraderie, sent a strong signal of unity and an effort to…

Angry Residents Lock Out Rurii MCA Out of Office Over Unpaid Rent for Three Years Residents of Rurii ward in Nyandarua took drastic action by locking their Member of County Assembly (MCA) out of his office due to rent arrears that have been piling up for nearly three years. Frustrated by the prolonged issue, the locals staged demonstrations at the office, supporting the building’s owner, Hannah Wangari, who has been demanding the payment of overdue rent totaling Ksh280,000. Hannah, a widow, claimed that she had been subjected to intimidation by police officers and county staff after repeatedly following up on…

Kenya Power Employee Arrested for Allegedly Demanding Bribe to Reconnect Electricity A Kenya Power employee has been arrested for allegedly soliciting a bribe to restore electricity at a Nairobi business premises. The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) confirmed that the suspect, identified as Joshua Wasakha Wangeni, was caught during an operation after he reportedly demanded a bribe of Ksh 300,000 from a complainant. According to the EACC, the suspect had disconnected electricity at a godown in Nairobi and demanded the hefty bribe as a “facilitation fee” to restore power. After negotiations, the amount was reduced to Ksh 200,000. However, the…

In recent times, President William Ruto has faced significant opposition from Kenya’s Generation Z. This tech-savvy and outspoken demographic has been at the forefront of protests, particularly against the proposed Finance Bill of 2024, which aimed to increase taxes. The youth mobilized through social media platforms, organizing demonstrations that culminated in the storming of Parliament in June 2024. These events led to violent clashes with security forces, resulting in numerous casualties. The government’s response included rejecting the Finance Bill and initiating a cabinet reshuffle to address the concerns raised by the protesters. Despite these measures, the youth remained dissatisfied, viewing…

The High Court has directed Sarah Wairimu, a suspect in the murder of her husband, Tob Cohen, to remain in custody at Lang’ata Women’s Prison until Wednesday, January 29. In a ruling delivered on Friday, January 24, Kibera Law Courts Judge Diana Kavenza stated that both the prosecution and defense had presented detailed submissions that required additional time to thoroughly address. Judge Kavenza also indicated that she would decide whether Wairimu must undergo a mental health evaluation before entering a plea for the murder charges. “The submissions presented by both parties raise significant legal issues that need to be addressed…

Kenyan police officers currently on a peacekeeping mission in Haiti have reached out to their loved ones and fellow Kenyans with heartfelt messages. In videos shared by the National Police Service (NPS) on Friday, January 24, the officers reassured everyone that they were safe and fully dedicated to their mission in the Caribbean nation. They extended greetings to their families, urging them to continue praying for their safety and success. One female officer emotionally shared her message: “I want to send my love and greetings to my mother, father, husband, and daughter. Please keep us in your prayers, and we…