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ODM Clarifies Fake Notice Linking Babu Owino to Secretary General Position The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has strongly dismissed a notice circulating on social media that claims to propose Babu Owino as the party’s next Secretary General. In a statement issued on Thursday, March 19, Oburu Odinga made it clear that the document is completely fake. He emphasized that he has not approved or released any such communication and confirmed that no such notice was ever published in any newspaper, including the widely referenced Daily Nation. According to Oburu, the document is a deliberate attempt to mislead party members and…

Gladys Wanga Criticises Sifuna as ODM NDC Dispute Deepens Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party chairperson Gladys Wanga has strongly opposed plans by a section of party members to organise a separate National Delegates Conference (NDC), describing the move as misleading and unnecessary. Speaking during a press briefing held at Chungwa House on Thursday, March 19, Wanga dismissed the idea of a parallel meeting, warning that it could confuse party supporters and disrupt unity within ODM. Wanga specifically took issue with the Linda Mwananchi faction, which has indicated it may hold its own NDC on March 27. According to her, such…

CS Murkomen Declares Friday a Public Holiday for Idd-ul-Fitr Celebrations Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has officially declared Friday, March 20, 2026, a public holiday to allow Kenyans to mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan. The announcement was made through a special gazette notice released on Wednesday night. In the notice, Murkomen, who is currently on official duties outside the country, confirmed that the decision was made under the powers granted to him by the Public Holidays Act. The declaration is intended to give the Muslim community enough time and freedom to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, one of…

Kenya Met Issues Fresh Warning as Heavy Rains Set to Hit Nairobi and 10 Other Regions The Kenya Meteorological Department has released a new weather alert, warning that heavy rainfall is expected to affect large parts of the country, including Nairobi and at least ten other regions, over the next six days. In its latest advisory, the department stated that the rains are set to resume on the night of March 18 and continue steadily until the morning of March 24. During this period, many areas are likely to experience moderate to heavy downpours, with the probability of rainfall estimated…

Why Ruto’s Affordable Housing Project Risks Stalling The government’s Affordable Housing Programme is now facing serious challenges that could slow down, or even bring parts of it to a halt, following a reduction in funding and ongoing operational struggles. Speaking before Parliament on Wednesday, the Principal Secretary for the State Department for Housing, Charles Hinga, revealed that donor funding for the programme has been cut by Ksh800 million under the Financial Year 2025/2026 Supplementary Budget I. This adjustment has reduced the total allocation from Ksh13.3 billion to Ksh12.5 billion. Hinga warned Members of Parliament that this budget reduction is likely…

Police Officers Chase Colleague After Allegedly Planting Bhang Inside Station Police officers were forced to turn against one of their own after a shocking incident unfolded inside a police station, where an officer was allegedly caught planting bhang within the premises. According to reports, the dramatic scene began when fellow officers noticed suspicious behavior from their colleague. It is alleged that the officer attempted to secretly place cannabis inside the station, raising serious concerns among other officers who quickly intervened. What followed was an unexpected confrontation that reportedly led to a brief chase as the officer tried to flee. Sources…

When most people think about crypto-backed loans, they usually imagine using assets like Bitcoin or Ethereum as collateral. NFTs rarely come to mind. However, in certain situations, you can actually use your NFTs to secure a loan. This guide explains in simple, clear language what it means to collateralize an NFT, how the process works, the benefits and risks involved, and which platforms are active in this space. What Are NFT Collateralized Loans? An NFT collateralized loan is a type of loan where you use an NFT that you own as security. In simple terms, you temporarily give control of…

NFTs are no longer just digital art or collectibles. Today, many crypto holders are using NFTs as collateral to access loans without selling their assets. This strategy helps you unlock liquidity while still keeping exposure to your NFT’s future value. In this guide, you’ll learn how NFT-backed loans work, where to get them, their benefits, risks, and smart strategies to protect your assets. What Is an NFT-Backed Loan? An NFT-backed loan is a type of crypto loan where you use your Non-Fungible Token (NFT) as collateral instead of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin or Ethereum. Here’s how it works in simple terms:…

Unclaimed Cars, Motorcycles, and Other Items to Be Auctioned Soon Several auctioneers have announced plans to auction motorcycles, cars, bicycles, and electronic items that have remained unclaimed at various locations. In a gazette notice dated February 20, Makys Auctioneers revealed that it will conduct auctions for several motorcycles, bicycles, TVs, and wheelbarrows over the next seven days. Among the motorcycles, four burnt bikes—Dayun, Captain, and Haojin—are currently uncollected at the Gatunga Police Yard in Tharaka Nithi County. The notice warned that if owners fail to claim their items, the uncollected goods will be disposed of through public auction. “Failure to…

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has confirmed that he will not be able to host a group of young people who had planned to visit his Ichaweri residence in Gatundu this Sunday. In a statement released on Sunday, February 22, Kanze Dena, Uhuru’s Secretary of Communication, stated that the former president is not in a position to receive the group at this time. She emphasized that anyone intending to arrange such visits should formally communicate with his office in advance to allow for proper planning and necessary arrangements. Despite declining the visit, Dena highlighted that the former president remains open to…