Author: Ezekiel Ikatwa

Today, Kitale erupted free Natembeya, transformed into a sea of unwavering solidarity as passionate residents flooded the streets to protest the arrest of their beloved Governor, George Natembeya, by EACC detectives. Chants of “Free Natembeya!” echoed through the town as placards painted with bold messages waved high, expressing the community’s frustration and fierce loyalty to their leader. Motorbikes revved, vuvuzelas blared, and the air was thick with spirited defiance. “We will not rest until our governor is freed!” shouted one protester, draped in the county flag. Local businesses temporarily closed their doors as residents, young and old, united to demand…

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC raid on George Natembeya MILIMANIS’ HOME IN KITALE from Nairobi, WHO HAD ARRIVED FOR A SEARCH, backed the officers. Sources said they were armed with a warrant and wanted to search the house and interrogate Natembeya. Police officers raided Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya’s home in Kitale. Armed police officers raided Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya’s Milimani home in Kitale on Monday morning, prompting drama at the residence. Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) officers from Nairobi who had arrived for a search backed the officers. Sources said they were armed with a warrant and…

In a surprising and dramatic revelation that has left many Kenyans talking, Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has candidly admitted that the government simply does not have the financial muscle to hire 8,500 medics on a permanent basis under the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) program. Duale, known for his no-nonsense and straightforward approach, did not mince words as he addressed the pressing issue. With a hint of frustration and a dose of realism, he laid bare the government’s financial constraints, sparking intense debate across the country. The statement, which has sent shockwaves through both the medical fraternity and the public at…

The National Assemblys Departmental Committee on Labour has raised the alarm over substantial budgetary cuts to the State Department for Labour and Skills Development, warning that the reductions could affect vital programs and hinder the government’s efforts to tackle unemployment. During a meeting held to consider the 2025/26 budget estimates, Committee Vice Chairman Hon. Fabian Muli expressed concerns over low budget allocation to key programs. Budgetary reductions in some key projects pose a serious threat to the department’s capacity to implement essential programs and effectively fulfil its mandate. The state department, led by Principal Secretary Shadrack Mwadime, cited inadequate funding…

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has fired the first salvo in a sweeping investigation targeting the Turkana County Scandal officials. The probe zeroes in on alleged corruption and economic crimes involving key figures who wielded approval powers within the Finance and Procurement departments since the 2013/2014 financial year. The anti-graft agency has demanded that the County Secretary unveil the identities of all Turkana County Government officials who acted as IFMIS approvers to the National Treasury over the past decade, from the 2013/2014 to 2024/2025 financial years. Brace yourselves as the spotlight falls on a lineup of high-profile individuals, including…

Ngong Forest, one of Nairobi’s last green lungs and a cherished natural sanctuary, is under threat! A controversial hotel construction project has sparked an uproar, leaving environmentalists, residents, and conservation advocates in shock and disbelief. The towering question on everyone’s mind: How did this happen, and why is the government eerily silent? In what feels like a bad plot twist, bulldozers have started tearing into the lush, serene forest, making way for a sprawling hotel complex that few saw coming. The construction has caught many by surprise, and the news has spread like wildfire, igniting outrage and fierce debates on…

In a heartbreaking reflection of many parents’ financial struggles, School Fees with chickens, a mother from Homa Bay recently made an extraordinary sacrifice to keep her child in school. Unable to clear an outstanding fee balance of Sh245,000, she arrived at Adiedo Mixed Secondary School carrying six chickens – her last hope to reduce the debt and secure her child’s education. The scene was both humbling and poignant as the mother, burdened by worry yet determined to do right by her child, presented the chickens to the school administration. To her, these birds were not just livestock; they were symbols…

Uasin Gishu Governor, H.E. Dr Jonathan Bii Chelilim, today appeared before the Senate Education Committee, led by Nominated Senator Betty Montet, to present a comprehensive report on the county’s progress in the implementation of Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) and Vocational Training Centres (VTCs). In his address, the governor reported that the county has 34,285 ECDE learners. To support this, the county government has employed 1,299 ECDE teachers on permanent and pensionable terms, with an additional 91 on three-year renewable contracts. Eight teachers were absorbed from the defunct local authorities. Governor Bii highlighted the county’s investment in ECDE infrastructure and…

In a bold political move, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has officially unveiled the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) during a high-profile ceremony in Lavington, Nairobi. The Thursday event marked a strategic leap as Gachagua positions himself for the 2027 presidential contest. DCP, characterised by its vibrant neon green, brown, and white hues, marches forward with the spirited slogan “Skiza Wakenya,” a call to genuinely listen to the people’s voices. The party’s emblem, an ear with fingers cupped around it, symbolises an unwavering commitment to attentiveness and citizen engagement. Taking the helm as party leader, Gachagua is joined by…

Nairobi County is turning up the heat on one of the city’s most mysterious and controversial landmarks, the Freemasons Hall (Grand Lodge of East Africa). Situated just a stone’s throw away from the opulent Serena Hotel, this architectural marvel is now at the centre of a dramatic showdown over a staggering amount of unpaid land rates. According to the Nairobi County Revenue Department, today marks the beginning of a high-stakes enforcement operation aimed at reclaiming millions of shillings owed in land rates. The Freemasons Hall, known for its veil of secrecy and enigmatic rituals, is suddenly in the spotlight for…