Author: Lorren Aliwa

Authorities in Nairobi are investigating the discovery of a decomposed body belonging to a Nigerian national, Charles Uzoma Anyiehe, 65, found in his apartment in the Nyama Villa area of Kayole. The grim find was made on July 8 after locals reported a foul odor emanating from the residence. Upon receiving the complaint, police swiftly responded to the scene and forcibly entered the apartment where they uncovered the deceased’s remains. Identification documents belonging to Charles Uzoma Anyiehe were recovered from the scene, confirming his identity. “The body had significantly decomposed, making it difficult to ascertain the cause of death at…

Joshua Okayo, the Student Governing Council president of Kenya School of Law (KSL), has recounted a harrowing ordeal of abduction and torture during anti-Finance Bill protests in Nairobi. Okayo, who was abducted for over 72 hours by unknown assailants, shared the traumatic details of his experience. The incident unfolded when Okayo received multiple warning calls advising him to go into hiding due to impending danger. Ignoring the calls, he ventured out near his residence, where he was deceived by individuals posing as acquaintances. “About 500 meters away from my residence, I heard someone call my name, ‘Okayo, come say hi…

Police are investigating the brutal mob lynching of three individuals in Butere, Kakamega County, after a tragic case of mistaken identity on July 5. The incident occurred when a group traveling to Uganda accidentally entered a village plagued by recent child trafficking scares, sparking a violent reaction from locals. According to a certain media, Butere Sub-county Police Commander Julius Kipkorir confirmed that the three victims, who were part of a larger group, were mistaken for child traffickers due to rising fears in the community. “The case is that of mistaken identity. The suspects were victims. The matter is still under…

Tragedy struck Rongo, Migori County, as a gold mine in Kanga collapsed on Tuesday evening, leading to the deaths of five miners. Deputy County Commissioner for Rongo Sub-County, George Otenga, confirmed the fatalities and detailed the ongoing rescue efforts. The collapse, which occurred with 18 miners inside the 750-foot deep mine, resulted in immediate and ongoing rescue operations. “We pulled out three bodies from the mines by the time we closed rescue operations, and two miners died while receiving treatment,” Otenga said. The rescue operation, which continued late into the night, ceased around 10:30 PM after accounting for all the…

The family of Bishop Allan Kiuna, the esteemed general overseer and founder of Jubilee Christian Church (JCC), has requested privacy as they mourn his passing. Bishop Kiuna passed away on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at a hospital in Nairobi. In a heartfelt statement shared on social media, the family expressed their gratitude for the overwhelming support and love they have received during this difficult time. “It is with heartfelt condolences that today we announce our beloved Bishop Allan Kiuna has gone to be with the Lord. We kindly request some privacy as we go through this challenging time of mourning…

The Jubilee Christian Church (JCC) has announced a series of memorial services to honor their departed founder and overseer, Bishop Allan Kiuna. Bishop Kiuna passed away on Tuesday at a hospital in Nairobi, where he was undergoing treatment. In a statement, the church expressed their deep sorrow and invited the community to join them in prayer: “We welcome you to join us in praying for the family and church at large,” JCC said. The church also mentioned that more information on the funeral arrangements would be provided at a later date. The series of memorial services will begin today, Wednesday,…

The Christian community and the nation are in mourning following the passing of Bishop Allan Kiuna, a revered leader and founder of the Jubilee Christian Church (JCC). President William Ruto expressed his deep sorrow over the loss, recognizing Bishop Kiuna’s significant contributions to the Christian faith and his inspirational leadership. In a heartfelt statement, President Ruto said, “It is with profound sorrow that I learned of the passing of Bishop Allan Kiuna. I join the Christian community in mourning his death. Bishop Kiuna was a dedicated Christian leader who founded the Jubilee Christian Church and inspired many to follow the…

Medical interns who have been protesting outside Afya House since Monday braved the Tuesday rains and vowed to continue their vigil amid biting cold weather. The law requires these interns to undergo 13 months of training before they can be licensed to practice, but they have yet to be deployed. Armed with umbrellas and raincoats, the interns, comprising dental, medical, and pharmacy trainees, pledged to stay until their demands are met. Waving the Kenyan flag and chanting songs, they showed their determination to have their voices heard. Capitol Hill Police Station OCS Jane Thuita pleaded with the medical interns to…

The fight against illicit brew in Nyeri County has taken a political turn as Mathira MP Eric Wamumbi directed the reopening of bars that had been closed for four months. During a meeting with bar owners in Karatina town, Wamumbi emphasized his commitment to combating illicit brew but defended the bar owners, stating they are not involved in selling harmful alcohol. “The bar owners have legitimate businesses and licenses from the county government; hence closing them down is unfair,” Wamumbi asserted. He warned that the town’s economy was suffering due to the prolonged closure of bars. Wamumbi pointed out that…

Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has opened up about his penchant for luxury items, admitting to owning a Ksh900,000 watch, Ksh70,000 to Ksh80,000 shoes, and Ksh20,000 ties. In an interview with Obinna TV, Murkomen clarified that while his watch is indeed expensive, the circulating exaggerated estimates are false. “There are two watches that have gone viral on social media. The first one I bought was not as expensive as they said, and the second one a friend of mine, came to me, because he saw the other on social media, and said ‘I sell watches, do you want me to…