Author: Sema Yote

Eric Wabwire Illode Simon Muchemi Mbuthia Michael Muchiri Kilimani OCPD Detectives are holding two suspects believed to be part of a car theft syndicate operating in Nairobi and its environs. The suspects, Eric Wabwire Illode, 27, and a former Kenya Wildlife Service officer, Simon Muchemi Mbuthia, 30, were nabbed on Friday after falling into a trap set as early as Tuesday last week. The Nation reports that on Tuesday, undercover detectives from the Kilimani Police Station sent Sh50,000 to conmen purporting to be selling cars. Posing as customers, the detectives had been directed to deposit the money as a commitment…

In recent news, a significant legal case has emerged in Nairobi, revolving around allegations of financial misconduct against businessman Joshua Mugiza. The case, centered on a purported conspiracy to defraud Standard Chartered Bank of over Sh10 million, has captured widespread attention and scrutiny. Delving into the Case Background The accusations against Mugiza are rooted in events that supposedly transpired between September 19 and November 4, 2020, at the Sameer Park branch of Standard Chartered Bank in Nairobi County. It is alleged that Mugiza, along unidentified accomplices, engaged in a scheme to defraud Mary Cherono of Sh10,705,000. Understanding the Charges Against…

Baobab Beach Resort Milimani High Court Judge Jack Murima has been forced to adjourn a case in which Diani-based Baobab Beach Resort Hotel is linked biasness to tomorrow. This comes after Mr. Dancan Muriuki accused the resort of defaming him through posts on its Facebook page. The applicant is also trying to get the court to order the hotel to remove the alleged defamatory posts exposing its behavior. During the previous court case, Justice Jack Murima said the case was of public interest and declared its application to stop the media from covering the proceedings lacks merit and is ill-intended.…

A businessman has been charged with obtaining over Sh 65 million from Hopeland Advertising and Design Limited by pretenses. Gilbert Wachira Kariuki alias Moris Kariuki is accused of obtaining money from John Ohas Omondi. The director of Hopeland was pretending that he was in a position to award tender No.MDNP/ICT/045-2018/2019 from the Ministry of Devolution and National Planning for the supply of laptops valued at Sh 94,250,000. The accused is alleged to have committed the offense on diverse dates between 18th August and 14th November 2018 in Nairobi with intent to defraud, jointly with others not before the court. He…

Lawyer Festus Murimi Lawyer Festus Murimi, an advocate of the High Court in Kenya, was on Monday arraigned at the Kibera Law Court for allegedly stealing KSh 6 million from an account linked to the Sale Processing Safety Company. The accused is reported to have unlawfully accessed and transferred the funds, leading to charges of theft and breach of trust. Murimi, who has been practicing law for several years, now faces serious legal consequences, with the court set to determine the next steps in the case. The allegations have sparked significant attention, highlighting concerns about legal ethics and fiduciary responsibilities…

The Arrest of Prominent Lawyer Joel Kyatha Mbaluka In a harrowing turn of events that has sent shockwaves through the legal community and the city at large, prominent city lawyer Joel Kyatha Mbaluka has been arrested on allegations of defiling his children and house help. Mbaluka, who is also the head of the esteemed law firm Mbaluka and CO. Advocates, has long been regarded as a reputable figure in the legal world. However, the disturbing revelations that have come to light paint a chilling picture of betrayal and deceit that has left a community in disbelief. The Arrest and Initial…

The Kenyan financial landscape has been rocked by allegations of missing funds in the construction of two major dams, leading to a web of investigations and controversies. At the center of this scandal is Guy Spencer Elms, a British lawyer based in Kenya’s capital Nairobi, whose involvement has raised eyebrows and sparked intense scrutiny. Background of the Dam Construction In April 2017, the Kenyan government entered into a contract with Italian company CMC di Ravenna to build two dams in Kenya’s Rift Valley region at the cost of Sh65 billion. However, despite the disbursement of Sh21 billion to CMC di…

Wajir Governor Mohamed Abdi’s Nephew Osman Abdi Jimale Allegations have emerged implicating Wajir Governor Mohamed Abdi’s nephew in a significant car fraud case amounting to KShs 26 million. According to reports, the governor’s nephew’s wife was allegedly the recipient of Ks12 million diverted from the purchase of a second-hand vehicle. This revelation has sparked investigations by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), shedding light on a graft ring involving family members colluding to defraud the county. Formation of the Graft Ring The investigation has uncovered collusion between the governor’s nephew, identified as Jimale, and two directors of a construction company.…

Peter Mangiti and Nelson Githinji Former Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Planning and Devolution, Peter Mangiti, and Director-General of the NYS, Nelson Githinji, have faced a setback in their attempt to restart the NYS scandal case, which involves the embezzlement of public funds. Attempt to Restart the Case Mangiti and Githinji sought to have the case start afresh, expressing their desire to recall a witness who had already testified. However, the lawyers representing the accused individuals in the scandal opposed this move, opting to proceed with the case as it stood. Ruling by Milimani Chief Magistrate Milimani Chief Magistrate…

Eric Agolla Lugalia Mrs Sabina Makamu The news came as a harrowing shock to Mrs Sabina Makamu on Friday night: a Kenya Airways plane had disappeared from the radar shortly after taking off in Douala. Her immediate fear was for the worst possible outcome, especially since her son, Eric Agolla Lugalia, was among the pilots operating the flight. Her son, Eric Agolla Lugalia, just 25 years old, had been newly employed by the airline as a pilot on the Southern and Western African routes. This was a promising opportunity for Eric, who had recently started his career with Kenya Airways.…