Kileleshwa Ward MCA Robert Alai has expressed his support for the statement made by Winnie Odinga from the East African Legislative Assembly, in which she dismissed Oketch Salah’s widely circulated claims regarding private conversations with the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.Alai characterized Oketch Salah as untrustworthy, aligning himself with
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Oketch Salah Breaks Silence on Winnie Odinga Claims
Oketch Salah, who identifies as the adopted son of the late Raila Odinga, has publicly addressed recent comments made by Winnie Odinga, a Member of Parliament for the East African Legislative Assembly, during a televised interview. In a statement posted on his social media accounts on January 28, 2025, Salah
Ruth Odinga Urges ODM to Follow Constitution Amid NDC Pressure
Kisumu Woman Representative and ODM Deputy Organising Secretary Ruth Odinga has emphatically urged the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) to adhere strictly to its constitution in light of increasing demands for an immediate National Delegates Conference (NDC) to resolve leadership and strategic disputes.In a Facebook post dated January 26, 2026, Ruth
Kindiki Denies Claims of a Role in Witima ACK Church Violence
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki firmly denied any involvement in the violent disruption at Witima ACK Church in Othaya, Nyeri County, where chaos erupted on January 25, 2026, impacting former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and other attendees.Reports indicate that the incident involved assailants, police intervention, including the use of tear gas,
Senator Thang’wa’s ‘Unusual’ Job Advert Triggers Political Debate
Nyeri Senator Wahome Thang’wa has sparked public debate after sharing a job advertisement whose requirements carry overt political messaging, a move many say reflects the country’s increasingly tense political climate. The advert, which circulated widely on social media, listed qualifications that went beyond professional skills and appeared to touch directly on
Malala Calls for Article 144 Over Ruto’s Leadership
DCP Deputy Party Leader Cleophas Malala has urgently called for the invocation of Article 144 of the Constitution, which permits the removal of President William Ruto on the grounds of mental incapacity. In an interview with a local media station on Sunday, January 25, 2026, following a teargassing incident at
Privileges and Role of Ida Odinga as Kenya’s UNEP Envoy
President William Ruto's nomination of Ida Odinga as Kenya's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has captured national attention. This interest stems not only from her distinguished profile but also from the significant privileges associated with this influential diplomatic role.Announced on January 23, 2026, the nomination
Mama Ida Odinga Accepts UNEP Nomination as Kenya Envoy
Mama Ida Betty Odinga has officially accepted her nomination as Kenya's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).During a dedication ceremony at the Pefa Church on Thika Road on Sunday, January 25, 2026, Canon Dr. Ida Odinga expressed her gratitude for the nomination, describing it as an honor.
Ida Odinga Explains Why She Accepted Ruto’s Job
Ida Betty Odinga says she has accepted President William Ruto’s nomination as Kenya’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) because she sees it as both an honour and an opportunity to continue serving the nation on a global stage. The nomination, announced by President Ruto
Tear Gas Disrupts Gachagua’s Church Service in Othaya, Leaders Condemn Attack
Nyeri, Kenya — A Sunday church service attended by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was thrown into chaos after an unidentified individual allegedly hurled a tear gas canister into the Witima ACK Church in Othaya, Nyeri County at around 11 a.m. The incident halted the service and reportedly damaged several vehicles