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In a motion submitted to ODM National Chairperson Gladys Wanga on January 5, 2025, Oketch’s legal team claims that Sifuna has flagrantly violated the party’s constitution while holding leadership positions.
The DCI further said that senior politicians Moses Wetang’ula, Rebman Malala, and Ibrahim Sambul, who met Jirongo at Karen Oasis restaurant the previous evening voluntarily provided statements. In addition, seven passengers who had been on the bus also came forward to give accounts, while detectives questioned Julius Kiprotich Chelule, driver of an alleged rescue bus with registration KCU 573A.
The lawmakers said Oburu Oginga should convene party organs to address these conflicts and reassure the public of ODM’s stability. They added that internal disputes are costing the party ground in areas that were once strongholds, as rival political formations gain traction.
The legislator’s remarks came a day after Gachagua, on Sunday, claimed that President William Ruto was shielding alleged drug barons within his Cabinet and protecting individuals suspected of being behind the Minnesota fraud scheme linked to Kenya.
Wetang’ula said he would work with the State Department for Youth Affairs and the Creative Economy to secure budgetary allocation for the facility, which he described as the first of its kind in the region.
The Cabinet Secretary questioned the motive behind the call, suggesting it was driven by personal vendetta rather than national interest.
The firm said the development was approved by Nairobi City County, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), the National Construction Authority (NCA), and other relevant agencies.
The MPs expressed alarm over what they termed as dangerous political rhetoric increasingly degenerating into violence.
Detectives charged Harrison Nyende Mumia at Milimani Law Courts over alleged false Facebook posts against state leadership. He denied four cybercrime counts and was freed on bond as investigations continue.
Kenya’s parks and reserves recorded over 300,000 festive season visits, led by 231,000 local tourists, reinforcing a strong tourism rebound and supporting 2028 growth targets.
In a public appeal issued as learners return to school across the country for the first term of 2026, Chirchir called for collective responsibility to ensure that every child gets to school and back home safely.
Amin emphasized the urgent need to protect communities, particularly the youth, from the devastating effects of alcohol and drug abuse, echoing President William Ruto’s recent declaration of a national emergency on the issue.
A Kajiado court has sentenced a man to life imprisonment for defiling an 11-year-old boy in 2022, a ruling prosecutors say strengthens accountability and child protection in sexual offence cases.
The crash, which occurred around 1.00 am on Monday, claimed nine lives on the spot, eight passengers from the shuttle and a small child from the bus while five critically injured victims were rushed to Naivasha Hospital, alongside 35 other people, including five children.
Speaking during an interview on Radio Generation, Nyamori said current global debates should be understood within a broader historical context shaped by power, interests and inequality.
The plan aims to generate about Sh204.3 billion from the share sale and an additional Sh40.2 billion upfront payment from Vodacom Group, while allowing the government to retain a 20 per cent stake and board representation to safeguard national interests.
Political analyst Dismus Mokua says the US seizure of Venezuela’s leader exposes limits of international law and offers lessons for Africa and Kenya on power, reforms and national interests.
The Governor said counties are often left powerless after taking enforcement action, as cases against developers stall once they reach the prosecution stage.
Speaking during an interview on TV47, Alai recounted the events at Cedars Restaurant, where he says the confrontation occurred in the presence of several other well-known individuals.
Kitutu Central Police Commander Kazungu Charo confirmed that the arrests were made during a special operation conducted by a multi-agency security team.
Police have been instructed to submit a comprehensive report on the probe to the DPP within seven days from January 4, 2026.
The body was retrieved on the third day of search and rescue operations, as efforts continued at the site.
Officers apprehended a 23-year-old woman, Morme Wario, together with a 50-year-old man identified as Haron Muthuri, a suspected unlicensed practitioner who allegedly carried out the procedure.
With cruise calls on the rise, stakeholders remain optimistic that the sector will play a growing role in supporting tourism recovery, creating jobs, and showcasing Kenya as a premier destination along the Indian Ocean.
The safeguard, which lapsed on November 30, 2025, was originally introduced as a temporary, reform-driven measure to stabilize and restructure the industry, and the Kenya Sugar Board says its conclusion reflects the success of the sector’s reforms.
In a statement released on Sunday, Owino described the attack as unprovoked, politically motivated, and a direct threat to his life, calling on authorities to conduct a thorough investigation and take appropriate action.
Junet challenged the Kenyattas and ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna to publicly deny his allegations.
The ruling party said the extension is intended to give all eligible members and candidates adequate time to complete the registration process.
Ruto said the government is ready to take tough and far-reaching measures to protect families and children from the devastating effects of drugs, alcohol abuse, and gambling.
In a statement on January 3, 2026, the National Police Service (NPS) said the suspect was flushed out of his hideout on the outskirts of Kenol Town in Murang'a South Sub-County during the early hours of the morning.