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Lawyer Danstan Omari is fiercely advocating for answers regarding the disappearance of Yussuf Hussein Ahmed, a Member of the Wajir County Assembly (MCA) for Della Ward, who went missing under suspicious circumstances. Ahmed was allegedly abducted on September 13, 2024, while traveling through Nairobi. Witnesses report that a group in SUVs forced him out of his vehicle at gunpoint, after which he was not seen again. Omari, representing Ahmed’s family, has accused the police of involvement in the abduction and demanded the court compel the authorities to account for Ahmed’s whereabouts. Omari highlighted that the family is distraught, facing immense…

In a recent dramatic Senate session, Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale was ejected from the chambers after clashing with Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago. Tensions rose when Khalwale criticized Mandago over remarks seen as tribalistic, igniting a heated exchange that led Senate leaders to call for order. Despite warnings, Khalwale’s persistence in addressing these issues intensified the situation, prompting Senate officials to remove him from the session to prevent further disruption. The confrontation underscored ongoing concerns about tribalism in Kenyan politics, which has long affected political discourse and unity. Khalwale’s sharp critique reflects frustrations within the Senate over how ethnic biases…

In a tragic incident, a Member of the County Assembly (MCA) from Nyandarua was found dead in a hotel room in Bungoma. The MCA, identified as Daniel Gitau, was reported missing by family members after failing to return home. His body was discovered in a guest room on October 21, 2024, prompting a police investigation. Authorities indicated that there were no visible signs of violence on his body, leading them to consider various possibilities regarding the cause of death​.​ Daniel Gitau was serving as the MCA for Karau Ward in Nyandarua County and was affiliated with the United Democratic Alliance…

Francis Atwoli, a prominent Kenyan trade unionist, recently expressed his strong discontent with Moses Wetang’ula, the current Speaker of the National Assembly. Atwoli has vowed to personally push Wetang’ula out of his position, asserting that there will be “no escape route” for him. This declaration is rooted in the political rivalry between the two, which has its origins in Wetang’ula’s decision to align with President William Ruto during the 2022 elections. Atwoli, a firm supporter of Raila Odinga, has never been shy about criticizing leaders who diverged from Odinga’s political path​. Atwoli has a history of making bold political predictions,…

In recent legal cases in Kenya, Judge Eric Ogola and lawyer Ndegwa Njiru found themselves involved in high-stakes judicial processes that sparked public attention. Ndegwa Njiru, a prominent lawyer, played a crucial role in grilling Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse during the impeachment trial of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Mutuse had initiated the motion, but his arguments were put under intense scrutiny, especially by Gachagua’s legal team, led by Senior Counsel Paul Muite. Mutuse struggled to defend his position, notably when asked if there was any legal basis for Gachagua’s public calls for empathy toward citizens. He ultimately admitted that…

Nelson Havi’s recent remarks directed at Moses Kuria have stirred conversation surrounding the potential swearing-in of Kithure Kindiki as Deputy President. Havi called out individuals speculating about Kindiki’s imminent swearing-in, labeling such comments as misguided. This came after cryptic messages from Moses Kuria fueled speculation about an event supposedly being prepared for Kindiki’s swearing-in, despite a court order halting any appointment following the impeachment of Rigathi Gachagua​. The situation became more complicated after Moses Kuria tweeted about “preparations” for the swearing-in, accompanied by images of activity at Uhuru Gardens, leading many to believe the event would occur imminently. However, the…

President William Ruto recently reassured Kenyans that he has no intentions of supporting any attempts to extend presidential term limits. His statement comes in response to a proposal introduced by Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei, which seeks to amend the Constitution to extend the presidential term from five to seven years. This proposed bill also includes similar extensions for governors and Members of Parliament, alongside the creation of a prime ministerial position. Ruto, emphasizing his respect for the Constitution, made it clear that he would oppose any efforts aimed at undermining Kenya’s democratic values​. In a strong stance against the proposal,…

Jeremiah Kioni, a Kenyan politician, recently walked out of a heated interview on TV47 following a confrontation with Farah Maalim. The altercation arose after Maalim’s controversial remarks, where he allegedly said he would have “slaughtered 5,000 Gen Z protesters daily” if he were president. Kioni refused to debate with Maalim, referring to him as a “murderer” based on these inflammatory comments, which had sparked widespread outrage in Kenya. Kioni’s decision to leave the interview was driven by his strong opposition to engaging with someone making such dangerous statements about the youth protests​.​ The controversial statement from Maalim emerged during protests…

Drama erupted in court during the impeachment proceedings against Kenya’s Deputy President, Rigathi Gachagua, when lawyers representing Gachagua and President William Ruto clashed. The confrontation arose over disagreements about the legal strategies being employed, leading to a heated exchange where one lawyer reportedly shouted, “Shut up, you are saying nonsense!” Tensions have been high between the two camps, reflecting the deepening rift between Gachagua and Ruto, with the Deputy President fighting accusations of corruption and insubordination​ The impeachment motion against Gachagua, initiated by Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse, claims that he undermined the President, particularly over government policies such as…

In a dramatic scene at Milimani Courts, Ndegwa Njiru, one of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s lawyers, became visibly emotional during a legal tussle, where he felt targeted by fellow lawyers. Njiru, who had recently joined Gachagua’s legal team despite his previous criticisms of the Deputy President, expressed his frustration by exclaiming, “Stop bullying me!” This outburst occurred as he faced intense pressure from the opposing legal team, leading to a tense moment in the courtroom​.​ Njiru’s transition from a vocal critic of Gachagua to part of his defense team had already raised eyebrows, and this courtroom drama only intensified the…