Philip Aroko plans to visit MP Were's grave for prayers after police release him. His attorney, Danstan Omari, told Judge Muteti that Aroko wants to meet Kasipul residents. Omari explained that African funeral customs last more than one day. The suspect aims to become Kasipul's next MP and, if elected, create laws that help police investigators.
Police arrested Aroko on Wednesday after he went to the Gigiri station. The DCI had named him as a person of interest in Were's murder case. His legal team complained when police held him without a court appearance. Judge Muteti ordered police to bring Aroko to court on Monday. The law requires suspects to appear before a judge within 24 hours.
Aroko later appeared before Magistrate Gicobi...
Former Deputy President Gachagua says Matiangi can lead Kenya. He praised the former Cabinet Secretary for his work in three government departments. The praise came during a radio talk with the Gusii community. Gachagua said Matiangi has what it takes to become president. He needs his home area to back him first.
Matiangi must show support from Kisii before asking other regions for votes. Gachagua wants the Gusii people to gather 2.5 million votes behind Matiangi. This would help him negotiate with other leaders. Some local officials still fight against Matiangi. Gachagua asked community elders to speak up against these officials.
The former Deputy President mentioned Governor Arati, who wants Matiangi to join ODM. He also named two...
The Court of Appeal in Mombasa turned down another try from Laban Ochieng to restart his job case against Awanad Enterprises on May 9. Ochieng blamed his missing lawyer for causing delays in his appeal papers. He said he also had trouble getting court documents from earlier hearings. His new lawyers argued these problems should not stop him from seeking justice. Justice Gatembu did not accept these reasons.
The case began when a labor court threw out Ochieng's claim on June 18, 2021. Ochieng filed appeal papers more than a year late and missed other key steps. The companies he sued complained about his many attempts to keep the case going despite clear rules. They said he waited until November 2024 to ask for extra time after his...
MPs cannot enter their offices at KICC because they owe Sh50 million in rent. The PSC sent a letter to KICC head James Mwaura on May 9 asking him to let MPs use the building. PSC money manager Clement Nyandiere promised they would pay the debt before July. He asked KICC to let lawmakers access their offices at the center right away. He also requested that they allow MPs to use COMESA grounds.
Nyandiere wrote that PSC rents rooms for MPs through a deal with KICC. He said their groups worked together for many years, and PSC always paid its bills. He explained that money delays happen because of budget issues. The PSC has already paid Sh134 million this year to KICC. They gave Sh73 million for last year through March. They also paid Sh61...
A wall crashed down at a Parklands building site, killing two workers. The wall was part of a basement on Suswa Road. Police said recent rains caused the accident. Other officials claimed the wall stood on land borders, putting neighbors at risk. County officials condemned the site after the crash.
The developer must report to the authorities for questions. Officials arrested several workers earlier for digging without approved plans. Other workers tried to save their trapped friends. More of the wall fell during rescue attempts, forcing helpers to run away. Emergency teams came later to take the bodies to the morgue.
Police started investigating the accident with county officials. The team visited on Sunday and Monday as part of...
Deputy President Kindiki called recent allegations about his comments false and malicious. He explained he talked about former leaders, not Cabinet Secretary Ruku. These ex-officials acted against government unity rules when they served. Kindiki stressed that officials must support government policies. He called claims against him cheap lies.
The DP believes government members need to promote service delivery instead of criticizing their team. He stated that working against your government breaks rules and hurts citizens. His remarks came during a meeting in Embu County. At this event, Ruku asked for a road project to be completed. Kindiki responded when he took the microphone.
Kindiki reminded Ruku that he serves as a minister, not a...
St. Petersburg officials closed the Liteiny Bridge today without explanation. Drivers first reported the closure at about 10:30 a.m. through local message groups. Cars moved across the bridge at a slow pace as police allowed partial access. Heavy traffic formed quickly on nearby streets, causing delays for morning commuters. Road backups appeared on both Liteiny Prospekt and Voskresenskaya Embankment.
This marks the second major bridge closure this week in the city center. Police shut down Palace Bridge yesterday, on May 10, creating similar problems. Traffic backed up along Admiralty Embankment as police directed vehicles away. The Liteiny Bridge itself closed three separate times during that same day. Drivers faced standstills on...
Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse defended President Ruto against critics of his electoral commission picks. He stated that the electoral body just runs voting and announces results, but citizens decide who wins. Opposition leaders had questioned the President about his new IEBC commissioner choices. Mutuse reminded everyone that the selection started with talks between political parties. The panel included people from both the government and the opposition.
The President chose Erastus Edung Ethekon from Turkana County to lead the commission. Mutuse pointed out that Ruto selected names only from the official list provided by the selection team. He mentioned that many areas lack leaders because elections cannot happen without commissioners...
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe removed star players Isak and Guimaraes late in the game. Fans cheered both men as they left the field after helping secure a vital win. Guimaraes scored the final goal that pushed Newcastle closer to a Champions League spot next season. Chelsea faces tough competition for European football after this defeat. Manager Maresca made questionable decisions throughout the match.
Chelsea struggled after Nicolas Jackson received a red card for hitting Botman with his arm. The referee initially showed a yellow card but changed to red after checking the video replay. Jackson will miss the rest of the season due to suspension. Chelsea played better after Reece James entered the game despite having only ten players...
