Author: Sema Yote

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Chairman for Busia County, Geoffrey Odanga, has announced that they will not attend the ODM’s 20th anniversary celebrations. This comes after ODM Director Philip Etale revealed that the event venue had been moved to Bukiri Primary  School in Funyula Constituency, Busia County. Director Philip Etale Geoffrey Odanga The Matayos legislator emphasized that the event should be hosted at Busia Stadium, which is centrally located and easily accessible to all residents. “The event must be held in Busia town; we won’t allow a few individuals to decide for us,” Odinga said. Sources suggest that the Governor decided…

Barber Brian Odera Omondi In a startling case of alleged fraud, a Nairobi resident has been left both empty-handed and significantly out of pocket after being defrauded of Ksh 900,000. The accused, identified as Brian Odera Omondi, a barber at Borderless Spa, reportedly promised to supply the victim with 20 tonnes of rice but vanished after receiving the down payment. The victim, whose identity remains confidential, recounted how he met Omondi through his barber services at Borderless Spa. During their interactions, Omondi offered to supply a substantial quantity of rice, presenting it as a lucrative opportunity. Trusting the proposition, the…

Fraudster Jean Emanuel Marlon The court has directed that international fraudster Jean Emanuel Marlon alias Larnaca J Benjamin be remanded further until March 3. This is after the Dpp opposed his release on bond on the ground that he was a flight risk and he was also in a position to temper with the available witnesses. This comes after the accused person, Mr.Jean pleaded not guilty to all the fourteen counts including obtaining over ksh 12,000,000 before Jomo Kenyatta international law court magistrate Njeri Thuku who ordered too that Jean be taken to hospital. The magistrate ordered a pre-bail report…

Oga Obinnas Live HIV Test In a groundbreaking move that has captured the attention of many, Kenyan media personality Oga Obinna underwent an HIV/AIDS test live on his show, Obinna TV. Sharing his negative result on camera, he emphasized his commitment to complete abstinence, aiming to inspire open conversations about sexual health and HIV prevention. The Courageous Act on Obinna TV Oga Obinna, known for his engaging presence and candid discussions, took a significant step by choosing to undergo an HIV test during a live broadcast. This decision was not only a personal health check but also a public demonstration…

In a surprising turn of events, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has publicly extended an olive branch to opposition leader Raila Odinga, suggesting a potential collaboration for Kenya’s future leadership. This gesture comes amidst escalating tensions between Gachagua and President William Ruto, marking a significant realignment in the country’s political landscape. Gachagua’s recent statements indicate a willingness to support Odinga’s presidential aspirations. He emphasized that his primary political contention lies with President Ruto, not with Odinga or his party, the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). This marks a notable departure from previous political dynamics, where Gachagua and Odinga were often on…

A standoff erupted at Stima Plaza on Monday after the Nairobi County Government dumped garbage at the entrances and clamped vehicles in protest over power cuts at City Hall due to Sh3 billion in unpaid electricity bills. Kenya Power’s General Manager for Commercial Services and Sales, Rosemary Oduor, stated that the power disconnection was due to City Hall’s arrears. However, she noted that power was restored after negotiations. The stand-off follows Kenya Power’s decision to cut electricity at several Nairobi County offices over an outstanding Sh3.1 billion bill. In retaliation, the county government disconnected the water supply to all Kenya…

Over 40 Fishermen More than 20 fishermen are missing after Saturday’s ambush by suspected militia from the Ethiopian Dassanech community in the Kenya-Ethiopia border area of Todonyang in Turkana County, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has said. CS Murkomen, who addressed residents when he visited the area on Monday to assess the security situation, directed top security officers to engage their Ethiopian counterparts to establish their whereabouts. He said an immigration office and a one-stop-border post will be established in the area to help authorities know who enters and leaves the country. “You have said we need to have an…

The decomposing body of a man found in a forest at Wote, Makueni County over the weekend was confirmed as that of missing British national Campbell Scott. The identification was made by County Commander Alice Kimeli, who stated that a post-mortem would be conducted on Tuesday at Makueni County Referral Hospital Mortuary to establish the cause of death. The body was discovered by herders on Saturday morning, just days after Scott was reported missing in Westlands, Nairobi. Detectives from Nairobi, who had been investigating Scott’s disappearance, traveled to Makueni on Monday morning, accompanied by officials from the UK Embassy. They…

Joel Kyatha Mbaluka The police seem to be closing ranks as they look into on how city lawyer Joel Kyatha Mbaluka was allegedly arrested on allegations of defiling his house help and his only daughter. The lawyer who is attached to Mbaluka and CO. Advocates with his offices located near City Hall has now become a dangerous man to deal with. According to our investigations, Kyatha, who was previously a director at a state regulatory board, took five of his 11 children for a medical checkup on Tuesday evening at the MP Shah hospital. The reports indicate that the controversial…

KEDA Ceramics Over the past few weeks, the KEDA Ceramics Miwani factory in Kisumu has been at the center of growing allegations of labor rights violations, with workers repeatedly raising concerns over excessive working hours, withheld compensation, discrimination, and intimidation. Employees continue to report 12-hour shifts where only 195 hours are recognized as standard working time, despite workers routinely clocking 225 hours per month. Complaints of racial discrimination, physical mistreatment by supervisors, and a culture of fear also persist, with workers threatened with dismissal if they voice grievances. Internal mechanisms for redress have repeatedly proven ineffective, as management allegedly dismisses…