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Senators fault Otuoma for laxity in enforcing financial accountability
News

Senators fault Otuoma for laxity in enforcing financial accountability

The committee, whose recommendations were approved by the Senate in March 2025, had instructed Governor Otuoma to take administrative action against non-compliant officers and submit a report to the Auditor General within 60 days. However, when he appeared before the panel on October 6, 2025, he failed to show proof that these instructions had been implemented.

Uche Nnaji resigns, denies forgery claims and blames political rivals for blackmail
Global Affairs

Uche Nnaji resigns, denies forgery claims and blames political rivals for blackmail

The controversy began after an investigative report by the Premium Times alleged that Nnaji had submitted falsified certificates to President Bola Tinubu during his vetting process. Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga confirmed the resignation in a post on X late Tuesday, quoting Nnaji as saying he had been “a target of blackmail by political opponents.”

Treasury opts to repay, not refinance, Sh55bn TDB facility
Business

Treasury opts to repay, not refinance, Sh55bn TDB facility

According to Treasury records, as of June 2024, Kenya owed TDB about $418 million (Sh54 billion) in syndicated loans scheduled to mature between September and early October 2025. The largest portion, about $314.2 million (Sh40.6 billion) was due on September 19, while the remaining $116.3 million (Sh15 billion) was to be settled by October 6.

Lecturers’ strike in public universities shows no end, students face continued disruption
Education and Career

Lecturers’ strike in public universities shows no end, students face continued disruption

Lecturers under the University Academic Staff Union (UASU) and Kenya University Staff Union (KUSU) staged a march outside the University of Nairobi on Wednesday, reiterating their demand for the full Sh7.9 billion owed under the 2017–2021 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and pressing for talks on the 2025–2029 CBA.

Ethiopia warns UN of Eritrea’s alleged war preparations
Global Affairs

Ethiopia warns UN of Eritrea’s alleged war preparations

The two countries last fought between 1998 and 2000 over the border town of Badme, a conflict that claimed tens of thousands of lives. Although Abiy mended ties with Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki after taking office in 2018, that alliance has since fractured, particularly following disputes linked to the peace deal that ended the Tigray conflict in 2022.

Macron to appoint new Prime Minister within 48 hours
Global Affairs

Macron to appoint new Prime Minister within 48 hours

Lecornu, one of Macron’s most trusted allies, became the third prime minister to step down in under a year amid deep divisions in a hung parliament that has struggled to function since last year’s elections. Macron asked him to remain temporarily in office to hold consultations and try to forge consensus on a way out of the political impasse.

Kenya warns of escalating synthetic drug threat among youth
Health and Wellness

Kenya warns of escalating synthetic drug threat among youth

Kenya is tackling this threat with a comprehensive approach that goes beyond traditional law enforcement operations. Multi-agency raids have led to major drug seizures, including heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine. Meanwhile, the National Drug Observatory is providing data to monitor emerging trends and guide targeted interventions.

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