Lawyers representing former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua have accused Parliament of orchestrating a “parliamentary coup” during the October 2024 impeachment process, arguing that constitutional procedures were ignored to settle political differences within the Kenya Kwanza administration. During the second day of hearings before a three-judge bench comprising Justices Eric Ogola, Freda Mugambi and Antony Mrima, the court was told that the fallout between President William Ruto and Gachagua had triggered a politically motivated removal process disguised as constitutional accountability. Counsel appearing for Gachagua, Kirinyaga Woman Representative Njeri Maina, Sheria Mtaani, Gema Watho and lawyer Ndegwa Njiru argued that Parliament abandoned…
Author: Davin Muthoni
Justice Joseph Kipkoech Biomdo has made history as the first professionally trained military officer to transition from the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) to serve as a civilian High Court judge. His appointment, following his swearing-in on Monday, capped more than 20 years in legal practice and public service. During interviews conducted by the Judicial Service Commission (JSC), Biomdo was asked whether he was ready to leave behind the senior military rank of colonel for the Judiciary. The judge told the panel he had already resolved to exit military service and begin a new chapter in civilian justice administration. “I first…
Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata has announced he will not seek re-election on a United Democratic Alliance (UDA) ticket, declaring the ruling party unpopular in the Mt Kenya region and signalling a growing political rift with President William Ruto. The governor made the remarks shortly after appearing alongside the President at a public event in Murang’a, before later addressing the press in Nairobi where he openly criticised the party’s standing in the region. Dr Kang’ata said he would chart a different political path ahead of the 2027 General Election, even as he maintained that his differences with the President were ideological…
Fresh Details have emerged linking a woman to the sudden death of prominent physician Dr Job Obwaka, with investigators now pursuing a suspected poisoning case after his final hours were spent at her home. The Directors of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has secured a court order to detain Beatrice Wanagri for 10 working days to allow completion of investigations, following an application at the Kibera High Court. According to an affidavit filed by Sergeant Rhoda Nzioka, Dr Obwaka travelled from Nairobi to Kitengela on Friday, where he met Wanagri before proceeding to her residence in Milimani. Court documents state that the…
A fresh political storm is unfolding after a Senate motion seeking to strip former President Uhuru Kenyatta of his retirement benefits, escalating tensions with President William Ruto’s administration. The motion, tabled by Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei, calls for the withdrawal or reduction of Mr Kenyatta’s state-funded privileges, citing alleged involvement in partisan political activities contrary to the law governing retired presidents. In his petition, Mr Cherargei argues that Mr Kenyatta has been “publicly reported and widely documented to have actively participated in partisan political processes,” adding that such conduct “amount to active engagement in political party activities contrary to the…
Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta has re-emerged at the centre of Kenya’s political tensions, drawing sharp criticism from allies of President William Ruto while receiving backing from sections of the opposition, as his continued political engagement fuels debate ahead of the 2027 General Election. The former Head of State has come under increasing attack from leaders linked to the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and segments of the Orange Democratic Movement, particularly after reaffirming his leadership of the Jubilee Party and supporting its presidential candidate, Fred Matiang’i. Speaking during a public event in Narok County, Uhuru rejected calls to withdraw from politics,…
The High Court has upheld a directive by the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) requiring public service vehicles (PSVs) to remove graffiti, decorative artwork and tinted windows, dealing a major blow to operators defending Kenya’s popular nganya culture In a judgement delivered on Wednesday, Bahati Mwamuye dismissed a constitutional petition challenging the May 2025 enforcement notice, ruling that the directive is lawful, constitutional and grounded in public safety. The petition, filed by Michael Makubo, argued that the regulations unfairly targeted matatu operators and threatened nganya culture- widely recognised form of urban expression characterised by elaborate graffiti, customised lighting, tinted…
A heated confrontation rocked the Senate on Tuesday after Migori Senator Eddy Oketch was ordered out of the chamber by Speaker Amason Kingi during a dispute over the Division of Revenue Bill. The standoff began when Oketch objected to the Bill’s reappearance on the order paper, insisting that Senators had not been properly briefed on how the decision had been reached before Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot moved it for debate. “I beg that this Bill should be put aside, we must be briefed even in a kamukunji how a decision was made for this Bill to come back into the…
Leaders allied to the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) breakaway Linda Mwananchi faction staged a high-energy political rally in Kisumu, signalling a deepening rift within the party and unveiling plans to field a presidential candidate in 2027. The group, led by Siaya Governor James Orengo, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna and Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi, drew large crowds at the KaOwuor grounds, using the platform to criticise both President William Ruto and sections of ODM’s top leadership. Mr Orengo launched a scathing attack on the President, alleging state involvement in protest-related deaths. “This is why we are…
A shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner has raised fresh concerns over the safety of top US leaders, after an armed suspect breached layers of security and injured a Secret Service agent inside the venue. The incident occurred on Saturday night at the Washington Hilton hotel, where President Donald Trump and senior government officials were attending the high-profile event. Authorities said the suspect, armed with a shotgun, a handgun and knives, managed to reach a floor above the main ballroom before opening fire. A Secret Service agent was shot before the suspect was subdued and arrested. The breach…
