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Justice Nixon Sifuna of the Milimani Anti-corruption Court has mandated the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) to launch an investigation into lawyer Danstan Omari, his client Ann Wambui Ndung’u, and implicated police officers. The directive stems from allegations of a Sh2 million extortion scheme involving two Nigerian nationals, Richard Tsado Bala and Lot Ziko Tsado, directors of Vital Quest International. Justice Sifuna’s ruling orders the EACC to record statements from the foreign nationals and thoroughly investigate the extortion claims against Omari and Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) detectives. Despite opposition from Omari, the judge emphasized the gravity of the allegations…

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has addressed the endorsement of Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro as President William Ruto’s running mate in 2027 by a section of Kenya Kwanza MPs. Gachagua, speaking on Monday, January 15, during the burial of Philip Tonui in Kapsio village, Bomet County, criticized the move, terming it premature succession politics. Expressing his commitment to serve as the principal assistant to President William Ruto, Gachagua dismissed the MPs for engaging in what he deemed as unnecessary political maneuvers. “I was sworn in as the principal assistant to the President, and I will do just that. I will not…

Chief Justice Martha Koome has strongly condemned President William Ruto’s administration’s blatant disregard for court orders and his recent onslaught on the judiciary. Addressing a media conference by the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) on Monday, the Chief Justice said Ruto’s administration is setting up the country for chaos and anarchy. Ruto has in recent days mounted a war against the Koome-led judicial arm of government, accusing it of sabotaging his government’s agenda. He has even vowed to disregard court orders he says are motivated by ‘judicial impunity’. Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has also said he is seeking the removal of…

The Cabinet, chaired by President William Ruto, has given the nod to the implementation of the Treasury Single Account (TSA) for both National and county governments. This move announced on Monday, January 15, is designed to streamline public finance management, enhance transparency, and consolidate government funds currently spread across commercial banks. During the State House Nairobi meeting, the Cabinet emphasized the significance of the TSA in simplifying government banking, creating visibility of cash resources, and controlling expenditure to reduce fragmentation of government accounts. President Ruto stated, “All the benefits of public funds must only accrue to the people of Kenya…

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced a reduction in the prices of super petrol, diesel, and kerosene, in a move that brings relief to Kenyan motorists and households. According to a statement released on Sunday, EPRA disclosed that effective January 15, the price of super petrol and diesel will decrease by Sh5 per litre, while kerosene will see a notable reduction of Sh4.82 per litre over the next month. In the capital city, Nairobi, the revised prices will be Sh207.36 per litre for super petrol, Sh196.47 for diesel, and Sh194.23 for kerosene. “In accordance with Section 101(y)…

A primary school student, missing for two months, was found dead in a classroom at Moigoiywet Primary School in Trans Nzoia County. Following the discovery of the dead body in the ceiling of a classroom at Moigoiywet Primary the school has been temporarily closed as police embark on their investigations. Reports indicate that the pupil disappeared in November 2023, shortly after completing the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) examinations. Concerns arose on Monday when returning students detected a putrid odor permeating their classroom. Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) learners made the gruesome discovery and promptly informed their teacher, triggering…

Starbucks faces legal action for unethical sourcing of coffee and tea from kenya

This initiative is part of President William Ruto’s administration’s commitment to addressing housing challenges, specifically targeting the more than 6.5 million Kenyans residing in slums and informal settlements.

A total of 1,216 candidates attained the coveted A grade in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), marking a significant milestone in the 2023 examination. Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu revealed that of this group, 825 are males, and 391 are females, constituting 0.14% of the total candidates. Machogu announced that 201,133 candidates, or 22.27% of the total, have qualified for University entry points, emphasizing a surge in students securing direct admission. Additionally, 889 students from National schools contributed to the impressive count of A grades, highlighting the academic prowess of these institutions. The breakdown of other grades includes…

The ODPP assured that it would review the Murder Inquiry File in adherence to constitutional guidelines, emphasizing accountability, regardless of the perpetrators’ societal status.