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Azimio la Umoja Unveils Major Leadership Changes as Kalonzo Musyoka Takes Over as Party Leader The Azimio la Umoja–One Kenya coalition has announced significant changes to its top leadership, naming Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka as the new coalition leader in what officials describe as a move aimed at strengthening and renewing the political outfit. The leadership changes were agreed upon during a joint meeting of the coalition’s key governing organs held on Monday, February 2. Following the meeting, Azimio formally communicated the decisions to the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties through an official submission. During the coalition’s…

IEBC CEO Marjan Hussein Marjan Resigns Amid Growing Pressure Ahead of 2027 Polls The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chief Executive Officer, Marjan Hussein Marjan, has officially resigned from his position, bringing to an end his long service at the electoral body. Marjan, who has been part of the IEBC since 2015, announced that his decision to step down was reached after wide consultations with senior officials within the commission. In his resignation statement, he did not go into detail about the specific reasons behind his exit but made it clear that the move was mutually agreed upon between…

IG Kanja Orders Action Against 6 Senior Police Officers After Shocking Nandi Hills Assault Video Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has ordered immediate administrative action against six senior police commanders following a shocking incident of police brutality that was captured on CCTV and later spread widely on social media. The decision follows the emergence of a disturbing eight-minute video recorded on January 10, 2026, at an entertainment and recreational facility in Nandi Hills town. The footage shows uniformed police officers forcefully entering a pool hall and violently assaulting several young men, sparking public anger and nationwide condemnation. In the…

Ruto and Cabinet Secretaries Announce Fresh Government Appointments President William Ruto and several Cabinet Secretaries have made new appointments and reappointments across different government institutions, according to recent gazette notices. The changes affect advisory committees, boards, and councils in key sectors, including security, defence, education, finance, and health. In a gazette notice dated January 30, President Ruto reappointed Ahmed Abdi Rashid, Mary Murangi Mugo, Claire Sifuna Wanyama, and Caroline Cherono Kilisha as members of the State Corporations Advisory Committee. The President stated that the four officials will continue serving in their roles for a fresh term of three years. Their…

President William Ruto has finally spoken out following the chaotic scenes that unfolded during a church service in Othaya that was attended by his former Deputy President, Rigathi Gachagua. The President addressed the issue on Sunday, February 1, while speaking to congregants at the PEFA All Nations Gospel Church in Gikomba. In his remarks, Ruto strongly condemned the violence and disorder that was witnessed inside a place of worship, stressing that churches must always remain peaceful and respected spaces. Although he did not directly mention Rigathi Gachagua or the Othaya incident by name, the Head of State warned against the…

IG Douglas Kanja Announces Establishment of New Police Stations and Posts Across the Country Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has officially approved the establishment of a new police station and several police posts in different parts of the country as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen security and improve police services. In a gazette notice dated January 30, IG Kanja confirmed that the new police facilities will be set up in several counties, including Kisumu, Migori, Wajir, Kajiado, Meru, and Kiambu. The move is aimed at increasing police presence, enhancing response times, and improving access to law enforcement services…

Chaos in Nairobi CBD as Matatu Operators Defy Strike Suspension Chaos broke out in Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD) on Monday morning after some matatu operators went ahead with a planned strike despite earlier calls to suspend the action. The move caused massive traffic disruption across key roads in and around the capital, leaving thousands of commuters stranded. The situation escalated after matatu operators blocked Outering Road at the busy Kariobangi Roundabout, bringing traffic to a complete halt. The blockade was reportedly staged by Forward Travellers matatu operators, who parked several vehicles across the roundabout, making the road completely impassable.…

Oburu Odinga Responds to Claims He Is Targeting Kindiki’s Deputy President Position Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader Oburu Odinga has finally spoken out over claims that he is seeking to take over Deputy President Kithure Kindiki’s position as coalition talks between ODM and the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) intensify ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking in Kisumu County during the issuance of Nyota Funds, Oburu appeared alongside President William Ruto and Deputy President Kindiki. He used the occasion to dismiss reports suggesting that he or ODM was plotting to push Kindiki out of office as part of the…

Nakuru Man Who Abandoned Family on Valentine’s Day 2006 Finally Returns Home After 20 Years A joyous celebration unfolded in Subukia, Nakuru County, as family, friends, and neighbours gathered to welcome back a man who walked out on his family two decades ago. Peter Mwangi Maina, who left his wife and children on Valentine’s Day in 2006, finally returned home, fulfilling a promise he had made years earlier to come back after 20 years. The reunion was marked by songs, chants, and colourful festivities, as the community celebrated the long-awaited return. Maina’s wife, Miriam Mukami, recalled the painful day vividly.…

Gachagua Leads Supporters to IG Kanja’s Office Over Alleged Police Attacks Rigathi Gachagua, the leader of the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), has taken a bold step by leading hundreds of supporters and several Opposition leaders to the office of Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja at Vigilance House. The move was aimed at demanding answers over what Gachagua calls ongoing attacks and repeated security breaches at his public meetings and rallies. This protest comes after a formal letter was submitted by DCP deputy party leader Cleophas Malala, requesting a meeting with IG Kanja. The letter, dated Thursday, January 29,…