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Orengo said he had personally reported the matter to police shortly after the incident and later visited the station two days after to follow up on the progress of investigations.
The concerns emerged during a fact-finding mission by the Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security as part of its budget oversight programme.
The operation, which spans 14 counties where macadamia is grown, is aimed at flushing out rogue traders and processors, protecting farmers from exploitation, and ensuring that only approved buyers operate within the value chain.
Murkomen also urged politicians across the spectrum to lower political temperatures and avoid rhetoric that could inflame tensions, warning that young people were being targeted and drawn into organised unrest for political gain.
The senator further said misinformation began spreading almost immediately after the attack, accusing online commentators of rushing to shape public opinion before official investigations could establish the truth.
Senator Osotsi was first rushed to Aga Khan Hospital in Kisumu before being flown to Nairobi for specialised treatment, with former Kisumu Governor James Orengo helping coordinate his evacuation.
Meanwhile, the funding situation within the education sector has added another layer to the standoff. President William Ruto assented the Supplementary Appropriation Act for the 2025/26 financial year on Wednesday, increasing total government expenditure to Sh4.695 trillion.
Trouble began to build as groups assembled in different sections of the area, prompting police to intervene. Witnesses reported running battles between sections of the crowd and officers, with teargas used to push people back. Amid the confusion, one voice rang out loudly, “Ongeza teargas,” capturing the intensity of the moment.
The dispute focuses on the ongoing privatisation process, including plans involving the Kenya Pipeline Company, which the petitioners say is being carried out outside constitutional limits.
The High Court granted Joel Mburu anticipatory bail set at Sh5 million, with a matching surety, after he filed an urgent application seeking orders to stop what he termed possible arrest and detention linked to the ongoing probe.
The Deputy President said the programme is gaining traction, with about 270,000 units currently under construction and plans in place to significantly expand output to reach one million homes.
The initiative is designed to reduce reliance on conventional power sources while building a long-term shift toward sustainable energy. According to him, schools were selected because they are widely distributed and already have infrastructure that can support the installations.
The Ministry of Interior said Guelleh, who has been in office since 1999, took 97.81 per cent of votes cast in Friday’s election, defeating Unified Democratic Center candidate Mohamed Farah Samatar, who managed 2.19 per cent.
Chandaria made history by becoming the youngest-ever champion of the FIA-certified Indian Formula 4 and the first Kenyan to achieve the feat.
CS Kagwe said legal reforms will be central in reshaping the sector, insisting that Kenya must move quickly to protect jobs and increase earnings through local processing before products are exported.
Court documents dated April 10, 2026, state that Awino believes Wandayi remaining in office during the case undermines public trust and raises concerns over transparency and accountability in fuel importation processes.
Toney suggested that certain decisions may be favouring Cristiano Ronaldo, raising concerns that the title race could be influenced.
The National Assembly Committee on Energy now wants the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority to move in quickly, inspect stations, and take action against any dealers found to be hoarding fuel.
The Nigerian leader said citizens should remain grateful despite the fuel price burden, suggesting that conditions in Nigeria were still better compared to Kenya and other African nations. His remarks quickly circulated on social media, triggering a wave of criticism from users in both countries.
Inside the house, detectives discovered a locally made gun hidden beneath a sofa. They also recovered a single bullet wrapped in aluminium foil. Items suspected to have been used to aid criminal activities were also found, including a metal rod, a blue balaclava, a dotted dera dress, a black marvin, and a black jacket believed to have been used to conceal the weapon.
Drivers caught up in the chaos described long traffic snarl-ups, with congestion spilling over to nearby access roads. Some motorists were forced to make U-turns, while others diverted to alternative routes as the situation worsened.
The leaders, led by DCP party leader Rigathi Gachagua and Former Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka, said they want a formal meeting with the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission within two weeks. They accused President William Ruto of attempting to influence the commission in order to gain political advantage ahead of the election.
EPRA said its surveillance and enforcement teams visited multiple petrol stations to assess availability and compliance, noting that while several stations were still selling fuel, others had already run out and were waiting for fresh deliveries.
The President further encouraged leaders to present their plans to Kenyans in a clear and respectful manner, saying political competition should be based on ideas rather than attacks and hostility. He maintained that unity remains a key pillar in his administration’s agenda.
Tuju, who has in recent years been entangled in high-profile land disputes and court cases, said he has accepted the situation he is facing and is mentally prepared for whatever may come, including what he described as possible torture.
