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Advocate Files Fresh Petition Challenging Alleged Political Use of State House by President Ruto A High Court advocate, Lempaa Soyinka, has moved to court seeking orders to declare the alleged use of State House for partisan political activities unconstitutional. In the petition filed before the High Court, the lawyer argues that State House, which is funded and maintained using public resources, should only be used for official government functions and not for activities linked to political party interests. According to Soyinka, President William Ruto has allegedly been hosting meetings at State House that advance the political agenda of the United…

Bankers Warn CBK Against Further Rate Cuts Ahead of MPC Meeting The Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) has urged the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) to maintain its current monetary policy stance, warning that further reductions in interest rates could come with economic risks at a time when the country is still adjusting to earlier policy changes. The appeal came just a day before the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting held on Tuesday, February 10, where the central bank was expected to review the benchmark lending rate. In its statement, the association explained that keeping the Central Bank Rate (CBR) at…

The government has formally announced the establishment of a new specialised police formation known as the National Government Administration Police Unit (NGAPU), a move aimed at strengthening coordination between security agencies and national government administrators while improving public safety across the country. The new unit will operate under the National Police Service (NPS) and is expected to play a key role in supporting government operations at the grassroots level. The announcement was made by Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja through Legal Notice No. 201 dated December 24, 2025. The notice was issued under the National Police Service Standing (Amendment)…

A WhatsApp screenshot circulating widely on social media has placed Prophet David Owuor at the center of online debate, after the image allegedly showed him holding a conversation with God through the messaging platform. The image quickly spread across WhatsApp groups, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter), attracting mixed reactions from Kenyans, with some treating it as satire while others expressed concern over its authenticity. In response to the viral image, the Ministry of Repentance and Holiness released a strong statement dismissing the screenshot as completely fake. The church described the image as fabricated, misleading, and malicious, urging members of the…

AG’s Office Introduces VVIP Civil Marriage Lounge Ahead of Valentine’s Day Couples planning to officially register their marriages ahead of Valentine’s Day will now have the opportunity to do so in a more calm, private, and comfortable environment after the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) unveiled a new VVIP civil marriage lounge. The facility has been introduced as part of efforts to improve the experience for Kenyans choosing civil unions, especially during the busy Valentine’s season when marriage registrations usually increase. In a statement released on Sunday, February 7, the Office of the Attorney General explained that the establishment…

Fresh divisions have emerged within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), exposing growing internal disagreements among senior party leaders as debates over the party’s future direction continue to intensify. The latest dispute follows public criticism by ODM leader Oburu Odinga directed at Secretary General Edwin Sifuna, deepening concerns about unity within one of Kenya’s major political parties ahead of the 2027 General Election. The situation escalated on Saturday after ODM Deputy Party Leader and Vihiga Senator Geoffrey Osotsi openly disagreed with Oburu’s recent remarks. Osotsi stressed that major political decisions, especially those concerning the party’s participation in the 2027 elections, must…

Aircraft Parts, Vehicles and Motorcycles Worth Millions Set for Auction Over Unclaimed Status Several companies and police stations across Nairobi and neighbouring Kiambu County have issued public notices warning owners of uncollected property that their items could soon be sold through public auction if they fail to come forward within the required timelines. The notices, which were published through official gazette announcements, indicate that a wide range of goods — including aircraft spare parts, motor vehicles, motorcycles, and bicycles — remain unclaimed despite accumulating storage and service charges. According to the announcements, owners have been given a period of up…

Ruto Backs Majembe vs Mbavu the Destroyer Ahead of April Boxing Showdown President William Ruto has added fresh excitement to the highly anticipated boxing match between viral internet personalities Majembe and Mbavu the Destroyer after pledging financial support to both fighters ahead of their much-talked-about showdown scheduled for April 4, 2026, in Nairobi. The Head of State made the unexpected announcement during a meeting with Lang’ata Member of Parliament Phelix Odiwuor, widely known as Jalang’o. During the interaction, Jalang’o briefed the President about the upcoming fight, which has attracted massive attention online and sparked conversations across social media platforms in…

Salasya Announces Plan to Launch Free Political Academy Ahead of 2027 Elections Mumias East Member of Parliament Peter Salasya has revealed plans to establish a political academy aimed at preparing aspiring leaders ahead of the highly anticipated 2027 General Elections. The lawmaker said the initiative is meant to mentor and guide young and upcoming politicians who are interested in joining elective politics but lack proper training and exposure. In a statement shared through his official X account on Monday, February 9, Salasya confirmed that the academy is scheduled to be officially launched on March 15. According to him, the programme…

Royal Media Services (RMS) has announced wide-ranging changes across several of its radio stations, marking one of the biggest reshuffles in recent years as the media company seeks to refresh its programming and attract new audiences. The changes, which were confirmed on Monday, February 9, affect some of the most recognisable radio personalities in the country, including veteran journalist Jeff Koinange. According to the announcement, Jeff Koinange and his longtime co-host Patrick Igunza will no longer host their popular morning show on Hot96 FM. The duo, who have built a strong following among listeners during the breakfast slot, will now…