Author: Ezekiel Ikatwa

In a dramatic twist, Philip Nahashon Aroko, the prime suspect in the shocking murder of Hon. Charles Ong’ondo Were, has confirmed that he will surrender to the authorities. The fugitive, who has been on the radar of law enforcement, announced his intention to turn himself in at the Gigiri Police Station, just hours after the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) issued a public alert urging him to come forward. Aroko, whose whereabouts had remained a mystery, is said to hail from a well-known neighborhood and is described as a figure with deep connections within the community. Known for his involvement…

In what looks like the deadly fraud of recent days, two directors of Brighter Africa Limited are implicated in an investment fraud that saw innocent businessmen lose up to Sh20 million. The two were arraigned before a Nairobi court yesterday on charges of conspiracy to defraud. The two are Brian Mukolwe and Yvette Atieno Okoth. Both of them are couples. Appearing before Milimani Chief Magistrate Lucas Onyina, they denied the charges and pleaded for a lenient bond term. According to the prosecution, the two committed the offence between April and May 2024. The court heard that Andanje Sheila Buyechero, who…

In a surprising turn of events, Kenya’s Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) has reported a dramatic decline in passenger numbers, with a staggering drop of over 200,000 commuters in recent months. This unexpected plunge has left many questioning what could have triggered such a massive reduction in ridership. Sources from Kenya Railways indicate that the once bustling train stations are noticeably quieter, as fewer passengers are opting for the previously popular rail service. Analysts are now scrambling to understand the root cause behind this shocking drop. Is it rising ticket prices, shifting travel preferences, or perhaps growing competition from other modes…

Sirisia Member of Parliament, Hon. John Waluke, on Monday led hundreds of residents in a public participation forum aimed at collecting views on the proposed constitutional amendment to entrench the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF), National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF), and Senate Oversight Fund into the Constitution of Kenya. The event, held at the Sirisia NG-CDF offices, brought together residents from the three wards of the constituency – Namwela, Lwandanyi, and Malakisi/South Kulisiru – who voiced overwhelming support for the entrenchment of the three funds. Hon. Waluke emphasised the critical role these funds play in community development, education,…

Tongaren Member of Parliament, MP Dr John Chikati, led a charged public participation forum uniting residents from all six wards in a spirited push to entrench the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF) into the Constitution. The event, held as part of a nationwide consultation on a proposed constitutional amendment, brought together locals from Milima, Ndalu/Tabani, Naitiri/Kabuyefwe, Soy/Sambu/Mitwa, Tongaren, and Mbakalu wards. The proposed amendment also seeks to anchor the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF) and the Senate Oversight Fund into law, following legal concerns over the constitutional status of the current frameworks. Dr Chikati, who is serving his…

In a dramatic twist, police have uncovered a key piece of the puzzle in the brutal assassination of Kasipul MP Charles Were Ong’ondo. A daring raid in Kayole’s Chokaa area led to the recovery of a pistol believed to be the murder weapon alongside a second firearm, a suspect’s bag and shoes, police uniforms, mobile phones, and over USD 4,800 in cash. But that’s not all. Forensic analysis has tied the deadly gun to at least three other violent crimes in Nairobi and Kiambu, painting a chilling picture of a lethal weapon circulating in the criminal underworld. The net is…

Earlier today, Pastor Fanish Ramsey Maloba was arrested at the Busia border after law enforcement discovered a live two-meter-long snake hidden in his bag. The incident unfolded as Maloba attempted to cross into the country, sparking shock among locals in the area. According to the pastor, the snake mysteriously appeared after he was engaged in a session of casting out demons. He claimed the reptile was intended for church prayers, calling it a “holy snake.” The unusual explanation left many scratching, as the snake’s presence raised more questions than answers. The incident occurred in Malenya, Matayos, a region known for…

The puzzle of Brian Odhiambo’s disappearance is finally heading to the courtroom, and six Kenya Wildlife Service officers are at the centre of the storm. Brian, a 33-year-old fisherman from Nakuru, vanished without a trace on January 18, 2025. Now, after months of growing pressure and investigation, the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has found compelling grounds to link his abduction and unlawful confinement to six KWS officers. Those set to face justice are Senior Sergeant Francis Wachira Gachoki, Abdulrahman Ali Sudi, Isaac Ochieng, Evans Kimaiyo, Michael Wabukala, and Alex Lorogoi. The six were arrested on Friday in a dramatic…

Motorists and passengers travelling along the bustling Mau Summit Eldoret Highway were thrown into a state of confusion and frustration earlier today, following a dramatic traffic snarl-up reportedly triggered by an accident involving a trailer. According to eyewitnesses who spoke to Citizen Digital and The Standard, the incident occurred in the early morning hours when a heavily loaded trailer lost control and veered off the road before jackknifing near the notorious Salgaa stretch, a section already known for its treacherous curves and high accident rate. The trailer, said to have been ferrying goods towards Eldoret, ended up blocking both lanes…

Businessman Abdirahman Muhumed Abdi Businessman Abdirahman Muhumed Abdi, alias Abdi, has now been implicated in forgery and fraud involving a piece of land worth Sh300 million. The accused person is said to have forged a title to land and is allegedly linked to land-related fraud activities. When he was arraigned in court, Abdirahman Muhumed Abdi, alias Abdi, denied the charges before Milimani Chief Magistrate Lucas Onyina and pleaded for lenient bond terms. The court heard that the accused person defrauded Pansiba Limited of its parcel of land LR No. 209/10848 and LR No. 209/10849, measuring approximately 0.8000 hectares. The court…