Author: Lorren Aliwa

Social media influencer Francis Gaitho has been charged with publishing false information, claiming the DCI arrested the wrong person as the prime suspect in the Kware killings. Francis Nganga Gaitho was accused of intentionally publishing false information on July 15, 2024, around 2:00 PM, using his X social media account. The prosecution alleged that Gaitho intended for the data to be considered or acted upon as authentic. Gaitho faced a second charge for publishing false information about an innocent Kenyan regarding the Kware killings. The prosecution argued that he should have known his posts could cause apprehension, violence, or damage…

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader Raila Odinga has issued a public apology to Azimio la Umoja – One Kenya coalition leaders and journalists following a disruptive incident that cut short a press conference by co-principal Kalonzo Musyoka on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. In a statement released on Thursday, July 18, 2024, Odinga expressed deep regret over the events that transpired shortly after his departure from the press conference venue. He acknowledged that some of the individuals involved in the disruption were known to the parties, while others were unidentified. “Yesterday, at the conclusion of extensive and productive discussions on…

Veteran journalist Macharia Gaitho has extended a heartfelt invitation to social media influencer Francis Gaitho for a drink, following a case of mistaken identity that led to Macharia Gaitho’s violent arrest by Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) officers. The incident unfolded when Macharia Gaitho, accompanied by his son, was forcibly taken to Karen Police Station after individuals attempted to abduct him outside his home. He recounted that the individuals did not identify themselves and arrived in a convoy of two cars. Later clarification from DCI Director Mohamed Amin revealed that the arrest was indeed a case of mistaken identity. “We…

The Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition Parliamentary Group (PG) meeting ended in chaos on Wednesday, July 17, after a group of youths disrupted a press conference just as Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka began to read out the group’s resolutions. Azimio leader Raila Odinga had just excused himself for an “urgent meeting,” leaving Mr. Musyoka to relay the coalition’s statement. As Mr. Musyoka took the podium, he conveyed Mr. Odinga’s apology for his absence, citing an “important meeting.” Notably, other senior ODM leaders, including Mr. Odinga’s deputies Hassan Joho and Wycliffe Oparanya, were not present at the press conference, raising…

The Chief Government Pathologist, Dr. Johansen Oduor, has disclosed chilling findings from the autopsies conducted on nine bodies found at the Kware dumpsite near Mukuru Kwa Njenga. Contrary to initial suspicions, none of the bodies exhibited bullet wounds. Dr. Oduor reported that one of the bodies had head injuries, while another showed signs of strangulation. He further revealed that four of the body bags contained severed limbs, specifically lower limbs amputated from the knees downwards, with two right legs and two left legs among them. “There was also a whole body of a female who we examined and found that…

Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza is poised to face her fourth impeachment trial, with two counts of abuse of office and misappropriation of public funds. The notice of motion, which will be tabled by Nominated MCA Zipporah Kinya on Wednesday, includes 11 specific allegations against the governor. This move comes just three weeks shy of Ms. Mwangaza’s second anniversary as the county boss. The impeachment motion arises amid a petition by nine residents urging President William Ruto to suspend the county government, arguing that it has failed the principles of devolution. The first attempt to impeach Mwangaza occurred in November 2022,…

Siaya High Court Judge Daniel Ogola Ogembo was discovered dead at his residence in Siaya on Wednesday morning. Ogembo, who had diligently carried out his judicial duties until the previous day, was found unresponsive when his driver arrived to pick him up as usual. According to reports, Ogembo’s driver became concerned when he failed to reach the judge by phone or text messages. Upon arriving at Ogembo’s home, the driver sought assistance to gain entry and discovered the judge’s lifeless body inside. Police indicated that Ogembo had reportedly complained of not feeling well the previous evening before retiring to bed.…

Journalists in Nakuru took to the streets on Wednesday in a peaceful protest following the shooting of their colleague, Catherine Wanjeri Kariuki, while she was covering anti-government protests. The demonstration, which began at the railway ground, saw journalists marching through Kenyatta Avenue, Nakuru’s main thoroughfare, demanding justice and accountability. Catherine Wanjeri Kariuki, a Radio/TV reporter with Media Max, was shot three times in the thigh during the protests on Tuesday. The incident occurred near the CK Patel building outside Faulu Bank, where she was easily identifiable in her press jacket and media credentials. After being shot, Wanjeri was quickly taken…

Blogger Francis Gaitho has announced his intention to voluntarily present himself to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) headquarters along Kiambu Road today. This decision follows a case of mistaken identity by the National Police Service (NPS), which led to the brief detention of veteran journalist Macharia Gaitho earlier in the day. In a statement addressing the incident, the NPS clarified that the arrest of Macharia Gaitho was intended for Francis Gaitho, who is currently under investigation. “We arrested journalist Macharia Gaitho in a case of mistaken identity, meant for the arrest of Francis Gaitho who is our subject of…

Veteran journalist Macharia Gaitho has vehemently disputed claims by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) that his recent abduction attempt was a case of mistaken identity. Speaking to reporters at Karen Police Station, Gaitho refuted the DCI’s narrative, asserting that there were clear indications he was the intended target. Gaitho, visibly shaken but resolute, pointed out significant discrepancies between himself and the alleged target, social media influencer Francis Gaitho. “That Francis Gaitho they claim they were looking for, I am twice his age. He does not reside in my area; they followed me from my home. Our cars are different,…