The Governor's appearance also brought an end to a dispute over his failure to attend earlier committee sessions, with senators cancelling an arrest warrant that had been issued against him.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSamburu County MPs Pauline Lenguris and Dominic Letipila have demanded an independent investigation into reports that a security operation in Waso Ward left civilians injured and hundreds of livestock dead, calling for accountability and support for affected families.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe impact according to Aircraft Accident Investigation Department (AAID), in a report, caused the landing-gear assembly to separate, after which the fuselage and remaining structure descended the steep slope before going over the cliff and coming to rest at its base.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSensi-Contugi, Director of Ecuador’s National Intelligence Centre (CNI), and his wife, Stephany Hollihan, were among seven people killed when a tourist safari helicopter crashed near Mount Ololokwe at about 9:13 am on August 19.
By Bradley BosireThe victims’ remains were badly burnt in the crash, leaving only a few identifiable body parts among the wreckage and scattered debris. Samburu County Commander David Nkoroi confirmed that all seven bodies had been recovered, adding that samples had been collected to support forensic examination and identification.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe President described Sensi-Contugi as “loyal, brave, and steadfast”, saying the intelligence chief remained beside him when difficult decisions had to be made.
By Bradley BosireSensi-Contugi and Hollihan were among the seven people who died after the helicopter went down while travelling from a wildlife conservancy in Loisaba towards Ewaso Nyiro.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe CS warned that terrorist groups, including al-Shabaab, still pose a major danger to the country's peace, stability and economic progress, adding that security agencies must continue improving their operational capabilities.
By Bradley BosireAccording to submissions presented to senators, the Department of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries received Sh803.47 million during the 2025/26 financial year, with Sh585.45 million allocated for development programmes and Sh218.02 million for recurrent expenditure. The county said it spent Sh763.03 million, representing a 95 per cent absorption rate.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe DP said the party, led by President William Ruto, does not discriminate on the basis of tribe, religion or region and is committed to delivering development to all parts of the country.
By Bradley BosireAmong the leaders who also crossed over to UDA were former Samburu North MP Alois Lentoimanga, Samburu Senate aspirant Lkitonga Lengolos, Suguta Ward MCA James Leleruk, Janet Lavasanti and former Samburu County Assembly Deputy Speaker Adamson Lanyasunya.
By Bradley BosireResponding to the concerns, TSC Acting Chief Executive Officer Eveleen Mitei told senators that the commission had already put in place reforms intended to improve promotions, leadership development and succession planning through newly developed Career Progression Guidelines (CPGs).
By Bradley BosireAddressing residents in Lolmolok, Suguta Ward, Samburu County on Thursday, July 9, Murkomen said the renewed operation will target criminal elements operating in Samburu, West Pokot, Tiaty and Isiolo.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking during a church service in Maralal Ward, Samburu County on Sunday, Murkomen ordered the County Commissioner to conclude interviews for the positions within a week to allow successful candidates to be deployed immediately.
By Samuel OtienoThe arrest followed investigations by detectives from DCI Samburu North after several complaints were reported at Baragoi Police Station. Investigators later identified Oduor as a key suspect in the fraud scheme.
By Samuel OtienoAuditor-General Nancy Gathungu’s review for the year ended June 30, 2025, details how the county’s staffing and payroll structures operated with weak controls, allowing irregular payments and incomplete personnel records to go unchecked.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking on Sunday at the Rhino Charge prize-giving ceremony held in Samburu County, the President praised the long-running conservation event, saying it had become one of the most impactful environmental initiatives in Kenya’s history.
By David AbonyoThe announcement was made during a drivers’ briefing in Nairobi by Clerk of Course Don White, who confirmed that the competition venue will remain undisclosed until days before the event, in keeping with tradition.
By Bradley BosireSamburu MPs led by Naisula Lesuuda have rejected a proposal by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission and Public Service Commission to downgrade the county’s hardship classification, warning it could affect teachers and learners.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iIn a statement released on Thursday, the Council termed the attack “shocking and unacceptable,” saying it demeans the dignity of the Governor’s office and strikes at “the very heart of constitutionalism and the rule of law.”
By David AbonyoNPS say community sensitisation forums are building trust and encouraging compliance, with the initiative aimed at reducing illegal firearms and enhancing security across affected areas through sustained outreach and collaboration with local authorities and residents.
By Chrispho OwuorThe operation was triggered by a distress call from a resident of Marti Location reporting that a herdsman grazing goats along the Marti–Sulubei Road had been ambushed by unknown raiders who forcefully drove away the livestock.
By David AbonyoThe court on Tuesday ruled that the prosecution failed to demonstrate that Lenolkulal had any ownership, control, or financial gain from Oryx Service Station, the company that supplied fuel to Samburu County.
By Maureen Kinyanjui