Author: Ezekiel Ikatwa

Meru County Cracks Down: In a bold move to safeguard the integrity of its internal operations, the Meru County Government has issued a stern directive aimed at curbing the unauthorised release of confidential information. The county administration, under the stewardship of Governor Kawira Mwangaza, has put its foot down, warning all county staff to steer clear of leaking sensitive details to bloggers, digital journalists, and social media users. The memo, which was circulated internally earlier this week, reads like a wake-up call to public servants who may have become too cosy with the online rumour mill. “Any employee found culpable…

14 SUSPECTS ARRESTED IN TRANS NZOIA: The Director of Public Prosecutions ordered an investigation into the vandalism of government vehicles during the operation. The DCI said the operation is still ongoing with efforts focused on apprehending more suspects, including financiers, facilitators, and ring leaders behind the incident. One of the vehicles that was destroyed during the EACC raid. Police have arrested 14 suspects in connection with acts of malicious damage to property and theft at the Kitale residence of Trans Nzoia County Governor George Natembeya. The acts of lawlessness occurred on the morning of May 19, 2025, when Ethics and Anti-Corruption…

What was supposed to be a routine trip to the mechanic turned into a real-life thriller for Nairobi-based entrepreneur Morara Kebaso after he stumbled upon a chilling discovery hidden in the bowels of his beloved vehicle. Last Friday, Kebaso, a father of two and a well-known tech consultant, drove his silver Toyota Prado to a trusted local garage in Kilimani for its regular servicing. Nothing out of the ordinary, just the usual oil change, fluid top-ups, brake checks, and maybe a quick polish if time allowed. But what he found days later would make his skin crawl. “I just had…

The gripping murder trial of former Migori Governor Okoth Obado resumes today at the High Court in Nairobi, as his former personal assistant and co-accused, Michael Oyamo, returns to the witness stand this time for a crucial cross-examination by the prosecution. On Thursday, the courtroom was riveted as Oyamo delivered hours of testimony, painting a picture of his final interactions with university student Sharon Otieno and a protected witness identified only as “XYZ.” The three had met at the Gracia Hotel in Rongo, Migori County, on the eve of Sharon’s tragic abduction and subsequent murder, a crime that has haunted…

In a dramatic turn of events that adds yet another feather to his already colourful cap, Embakasi East Member of Parliament, the ever-controversial and charismatic Babu Owino, has officially been admitted to the bar as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya. Yes, you read that right. Babu Owino, the former student leader turned political firebrand, has now added learnt friend to his growing list of titles. The ceremony at the iconic Supreme Court building was nothing short of momentous. Cloaked in the traditional advocate’s robe and white neckband, Babu cut a striking figure—half politician, half courtroom gladiator, wholly…

Blow to CS Chirchir after Lady Justice Hellen Wasilwa of the Employment and Labour Relations Court quashed the decision by the then CS Murkomen to sack Martyne Lurther Lunani as the Director of Aircraft Accident Investigation. Ministry of Roads & Transport. Through Lawyer Henry Kurauka, the petitioner persuaded the court that his rights were violated. The court ordered the Public Service Commission to re-engage Martyne Lunani; pay him salary arrears with effect from 1.7.2024 to date; grant a declaration that his constitutional labor rights were violated; and order the CS, Roads & Transport to pay him damages of Kshs. 3…

An American national, Sergio Patrick Antonucci, was on Monday arraigned at Milimani Law Court and charged with obtaining Ksh 163 M by falsely pretending that he would supply gold. Sergio Patrick Antonucci, who appeared before Milimani magistrate Susan Shitubi, pleaded not guilty to two counts and was released on a bond of ten million with one contact person. With the prosecution not opposing bond or cash bail, his lawyers, led by Conrad Maloba, said they will abide by the court’s bond and bail terms. According to the main count, it is alleged that on diverse dates between 31st March and…

Cosmic Enterprise Limited Amit Mansukhlal Hindocha A director of Cosmic Enterprise Limited was on Wednesday arraigned at Mavoko law courts and charged with defrauding a former military officer of a sum of 50,000,000 (fifty million) Kenyan shillings. Amit Mansukhlal Hindocha, who took a plea on behalf of the company, pleaded not guilty before Mavoko magistrate Derrick Khaemba Kuto during an online mention, who released him on a cash bail of one hundred thousand or a bond of five hundred thousand. “I have considered all the submissions by both parties, including the DPP not opposing bond. I will order the accused…

According to a statement released by the family of renowned Kenyan activist and photojournalist Boniface Mwangi, the human rights crusader was reportedly deported from Tanzania under unclear circumstances and later left stranded in Ukunda, Kwale County. The family revealed that Mwangi was forcibly removed from Tanzanian territory and transported by road, only to be unceremoniously dumped at the coastal town without proper documentation or formal communication from Tanzanian authorities. Details of his detention and deportation remain murky, but the family has urged both the Kenyan and Tanzanian governments to provide clarity on the events leading up to his removal. The…

Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi and Ugandan lawyer Agather Atuhaire may be out of police custody, but their troubles in Tanzania are far from over. According to Law Society of Tanzania President Kameel Mwabukusi, the two were released from police cells earlier today but are now being held by the country’s Immigration Department. While fears of immediate deportation were momentarily quelled, their continued detention without clarity has sparked regional concern. Mwangi and Atuhaire had reportedly travelled to Tanzania for a civil society engagement but were arrested under unclear circumstances, triggering a wave of outrage from rights groups across East Africa. Mwabukusi,…