Murkomen orders crackdown on armed political goons
Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen has ordered a nationwide crackdown on armed goons at public and political events after violent clashes in Nairobi and recent by-elections raised security concerns.
Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen has ordered a nationwide crackdown on armed goons at public and political events after violent clashes in Nairobi and recent by-elections raised security concerns.
Dagoretti North MP Beatrice Elachi faults ODM’s mobilisation, internal deals and Nairobi governance, warning Luo Nyanza politics will be highly competitive in 2027 unless the party restructures.
ELOG’s Mulle Musau warns that normalised bribery, handouts and paid violence are distorting Kenya’s elections, entrenching unfair contests and sidelining policy-based debate and citizen-driven democracy.
Transport, Infrastructure and Governance CEC Dan Manyala said the move is part of a broader plan to enhance safety, accountability and order in the county’s public transport system.
ELOG’s Mulle Musau says recent Kenyan by-elections were a “sham”, citing violence, voter bribery, state interference and low turnout, and warns similar conditions in 2027 could undermine electoral credibility.
The talks, held in Florida, were attended by a Ukrainian delegation led by national security council secretary Rustem Umerov, Ukraine's new chief negotiator.
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Raila Odinga, Jr, the late Raila's son, announced on his official social media pages on Sunday, November 30, 2025.
In a statement issued on Sunday, the Service said officers on duty observed a group of rowdy youths armed with crude weapons attempting to force their way into the church.
In a formal appointment letter dated November 11, 2025 and addressed to Dr. Omullo in Berlin, Germany, Senator Oburu said the diplomat would serve as a “key advisor” in advancing ODM’s external engagements and strengthening its global partnerships.
According to a statement from the National Police Service (NPS), officers from Kikuyu Police Station carried out the early morning operation, which resulted in the seizure of 1,107 rolls and six kilograms of bhang.
The suspects, Fadhili Lawrence, Atemba Lawrence, and Electrine Okwako, were apprehended after police followed forensic leads to a secret hideout in Diani, where the illegal trade was reported to thrive. Inside, detectives found Sh1.7 million in counterfeit money.
In a strongly worded statement on Sunday, McOure said his loyalty remained firmly with ODM’s long-standing principles and the leadership structure rooted in the legacy of the movement.
In the footage,,Maina is seen drinking with a group of bar attendants before he suddenly slumps and dies on the spot while still seated.
The investigation was launched after several MPs from tea-growing areas petitioned the House over unfair pricing and minimal bonuses. The report will examine how tea prices are determined and uncover factors that affect returns for farmers, including value chain costs in different regions.
His appeal followed a difficult week for the commission, which was placed under sharp criticism after the November 27 by-elections.The vote was marred by claims of violence, intimidation, bribery and ballot stuffing in some areas, leading to public attacks from Opposition leaders.
The President announced that the High Grand Falls project alone has a planned budget of Sh400 billion, with the government preparing more major dams in Upper Eastern, Lower Eastern and the Coast region. Ruto said this is part of a long-running effort to collect rainwater and store it for irrigation, especially in parts of the country that have suffered long dry seasons.
Ruto addressed the long-standing perception that northern Kenya is a low-potential area, noting that the government’s investments are meant to change this narrative. Central to these plans is the construction of 50 large dams and more than 1,000 smaller dams across the country, which will provide water for irrigation, food production, and climate resilience.
Ruku accused some leaders of pushing communities into conflict to protect their political interests. He said such behaviour had become tiresome to citizens who now want leaders to focus on service delivery rather than quarrels.
Oxfam’s analysis reveals that while Kenya’s economy grew at an average of 5 per cent per year over the last ten years, nearly half of all new wealth generated went to the richest 1 per cent.
Deputy Governor Ahmed Caato emphasizes the need for investment in youth with disabilities during the Siyad Foundation Regional Tournament for the Deaf.
The warrants, granted on October 30, 2025, followed a request by detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Economic and Commercial Crimes Unit (ECCU).
The PBO said delays in providing the government’s portion could also push external creditors and donors to shift funds to off-budget programmes, which are harder to track.
Kuria dismissed the idea that he had the power to swing the vote, noting he was the only politician from outside the constituency who joined Mbui’s campaign. He argued that the main challenger, Karish, had campaigned with the backing of well-known political figures and still fell short.
Education CS Julius Ogamba made the highest number of appointments to university councils. Tharaka University Council will now have Ruth Charity Wanyonyi, Edita Wambeti Njue, Emmanuel Bore Ng’etuny and Thuranira Thimangu, all starting three-year terms from November 28.
Over nine days, Kindiki held over 50 focused meetings alongside 17 public rallies, a relentless schedule that proved critical to UDA’s success.
The Cessna 208B plane, registration 5Y-CCA, crashed on October 28, 2025 in the forested hills of Tsimba Golini Ward, Matuga Sub-County, killing all 11 people on board.
The petitioner, Centre for Litigation Trust, argued in court papers that the sudden removal of security appears aimed at pressuring the two leaders to alter their political views and affiliations. While other Governors and Senators continue to enjoy police protection, Natembeya and Khalwale have been singled out, leaving them vulnerable.
The Baringo by-election attracted attention as a measure of party strength and political alliances in a county where voter loyalty often shifts. UDA’s clear win in this race reinforces its dominance in what is considered a key stronghold and highlights the party’s growing influence in recent by-elections.
They argue that the state should use money collected through taxes, sovereign loans, the Road Maintenance Levy Fund, and other national levies, instead of turning the highway into a toll road. According to them, the proposed charge of Sh8 per kilometre is unjust because motorists have financed the construction and maintenance of the country’s main roads for years.