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Speaking in Kisumu on Sunday during the Linda Mwananchi rally at K’Owuor Grounds, Owino positioned the gubernatorial seat as a stepping stone to the country’s top office, signaling early political positioning in Nairobi and nationally.
The IG also condemned rising incidents of political hostility, pointing to the attack on Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi, describing it as unacceptable and calling for accountability through the justice system.
Detectives in Kisumu recovered a 21-year-old RIAT College student’s body in Riat Forest after she went missing, with a former boyfriend in custody and a manhunt underway for more suspects.
Orengo said he had personally reported the matter to police shortly after the incident and later visited the station two days after to follow up on the progress of investigations.
Senator Osotsi was first rushed to Aga Khan Hospital in Kisumu before being flown to Nairobi for specialised treatment, with former Kisumu Governor James Orengo helping coordinate his evacuation.
The arrests come at a time when political leaders and members of the public have raised alarm over what they describe as a rise in organized groups linked to violence, especially as the country edges closer to the 2027 General Election.
Preliminary information indicates that Osotsi had visited a grooming outlet before proceeding to a nearby restaurant, where he spent time interacting with people for about half an hour.
The party said the attack goes against democratic principles and undermines the safety of leaders who engage in public service, stressing that political differences should never lead to harm or intimidation.
Justice Alfred Mabeya found that police officers deployed during the demonstrations acted unlawfully, using excessive force that resulted in deaths, serious injuries and long-term suffering among civilians.
Mudavadi said the line will handle up to 4,000 tonnes in one journey, easing the burden on roads that have long carried most of the cargo. He noted that the shift to rail will not only improve efficiency but also help lower transport challenges faced by businesses.
According to the DCI, the latest arrest was made through a joint operation between officers from DCI Headquarters and their Kisumu County counterparts.
The Cabinet Secretary was travelling from Rarieda to Kisumu International Airport when the accident occurred.