Author: Sema Yote

Manhunt for Suspects in Campbell Scott Murder Case Detectives are seeking public assistance in tracking down three individuals believed to be involved in the killing of 58-year-old British national Campbell Scott, whose body was discovered in Makongo Forest, Makueni, on 22 February 2025. Authorities have identified the suspects as Benard Mbunga Mbusu, Samuel Musembi Kamitu, and Alphonse Munyao Kilewa, also known as Edu. The trio reportedly fled following the crime, and law enforcement officers are urging anyone with information on their whereabouts to report anonymously via the toll-free number 0800 722 203 or at the nearest police station. Meanwhile, two…

Dismissal of Lydia Kaguri Over Money Lending The Court of Appeal in Nyeri overturned a High Court ruling that awarded Lydia Kaguri, a former Consolidated Bank employee, Ksh 2 million in compensation, backing her dismissal over money lending activities deemed to conflict with her job Lydia Kaguri, a former customer service officer, was fired in 2017 for lending Ksh 300,000 to a customer at the bank’s Maua branch and earning interest from it. The bank argued that her actions amounted to running a business in competition with her employer, violating internal regulations. She was also accused of withdrawing Ksh 20,000…

POLICE SACCO POLICE SACCO, Kenya National Police DT Sacco has moved to court seeking to block Director of Criminal Investigations from investigating the Sacco and board of directors over allegations of embezzlement of millions. The Sacco is pleading with the High Court to discharge orders issued by the magistrate court allowing DCI to access, investigate, and carry away certified copies of various Sacco documents including a list of the names of all members of the current board of directorsand other Sacco. The DCI through investigating officer Inspector Duncan Maina obtained warrant to investigate Sacco records, list of all tenders awarded…

Judy Wambui Maina & Winnie Njeri Gitau Arraigned in Court Controversial Judy Wambui Maina, a Portfolio Quality Management officer at BOA, and Winnie Njeri Gitau have been charged with Sh 7M Fraud. The two according to the charge sheet committed the offence on diverse dates between 6th December 2023 and 7 November 2024. The court heard that Maina stole Sh 7,695,628 which got into her possession by her employment. On the contrary, the accused person Gitau is also charged acing of stealing the said money from the bank contrary to the law. The two alledgly defrauded the famous Bank of…

Key Agreements between ODM and UDA The agreements between ODM and UDA.  President William Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga sets out areas of cooperation between Kenya Kwanza and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), with leaders at the signing event describing it as a step towards national unity. The agreement, unveiled on Friday, follows weeks of high-level negotiations and comes a day after Raila concluded his nationwide consultative meetings. The deal, presented by ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna and his United Democratic Alliance (UDA) counterpart Hassan Omar, covers a range of national issues aimed at fostering unity and governance reforms.…

Sudan Founding Alliance On March 4, 2025, the Sudan Founding Alliance (SFA), comprising 24 armed and civil society groups—including the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-North (SPLM-N)—unveiled a transitional constitution in Nairobi, Kenya. This constitution proposes a significant shift in Sudan’s governance by establishing a secular, federal state, moving away from decades of Arabic Islamic rule. The document outlines a decentralized governing system, the structures of executive authority, and the tasks of the transitional period. The SFA’s initiative aims to form a parallel government, termed the “Government of Peace and Unity,” to administer regions under RSF…

Opposition Leader Raila Odinga and President William Ruto are signing a coalition agreement today at KICC. This deal will give ODM a near-equal share in the government, making it one of the most significant political developments in Kenya. Raila is set to nominate at least three more Cabinet Secretaries, and other government positions will also be divided equally between the two sides. This agreement marks a major shift in Kenya’s political landscape and could change the way the government operates. The discussions leading to this agreement have been ongoing for months. Both leaders have been holding meetings to negotiate the…

Kenneth Njiru Njagi Car dealer Kenneth Njiru Njagi, owner of UK Auto Imports Limited, has been formally charged with defrauding a customer of nearly Sh9.9 million. The allegations center around a fraudulent vehicle purchase scheme, raising concerns about consumer protection and ethical practices within the sector. Kenneth Njiru Njagi is a notable figure in Nairobi’s car dealership landscape. His company, UK Auto Imports Limited, formerly known as Kensville Motors Ltd., has been operational for several years, catering to a diverse clientele seeking imported vehicles. The rebranding from Kensville Motors to UK Auto Imports was presumably an effort to revitalize the…

Peter Owera Oluoch In a recent development that has captured the attention of Nairobi residents and the nation at large, Huruma Ward Member of the County Assembly (MCA), Peter Owera Oluoch, has been charged with multiple counts of forgery and providing false information. The allegations center around the presentation of fraudulent academic credentials and have sparked discussions about integrity and accountability among public officials. Peter Owera Oluoch has been a notable figure in Nairobi’s political landscape, serving as the MCA for Huruma Ward. His tenure has been marked by active participation in legislative matters and community development initiatives. As a…

Two men, Mohammed Mohamud and Bashir Ali were yesterday charged with Sh12M fraud, and they are said to have used tricks to defraud a respected city businessman. The two appeared in court, where the court ordered that they deposit their passports in court after the prosecution’s request. According the investigators aware of the matter, the two had planned to go into hidding in one of the African countries. ” The two had planned to run away to one of the African countries, and we request the court to allow them to deposit their passport in court,” said the detective. The…