The High Court has denied the Senate's request to dismiss Dr. Daniel Gikonyo’s affidavit, which details former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s illness on October 17, 2024.In his affidavit, sworn on April 28, 2026, Gikonyo states that Gachagua was admitted to Karen Hospital that day at 3 PM, coinciding with his
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Orwoba Faults Ruto-Gachagua Clash Ahead of 2027 Elections
Former senator Gloria Orwoba has criticized President William Ruto for escalating tensions with his former deputy, Rigathi Gachagua, calling the confrontation unnecessary and politically dangerous ahead of the 2027 elections.In an interview on April 9, 2026, Orwoba condemned Ruto's public display of strength in the Mt. Kenya region, arguing it
Gachagua Family Appeals to Ruto Over Estate Dispute, Alleges Fraud
The family of the late James Nderitu Gachagua has reached out to President William Ruto, seeking intervention in a prolonged dispute regarding the administration of his estate. They cite enduring suffering, uncertainty, and alleged irregularities as key concerns.In a media statement released on Friday, March 27, 2026, the family expressed
Nyeri Crackdown: Govt Moves to Reduce Bars Over Alcohol Abuse
The government has introduced a proposal to reduce the number of bars in certain areas of Nyeri as part of its strategy to combat widespread alcoholism.Nyeri County Commissioner Josphat Biwott emphasized that this initiative aims to limit the growth of drinking establishments that have transformed some towns into continuous drinking
Four Brothers Drown in Abandoned Quarry in Kisumu
On Sunday evening, a tragic incident unfolded in Kisumu as four siblings drowned while swimming in an open quarry. The brothers, aged 15, 13, 10, and 8, lost their lives in a water-filled quarry adjacent to Kudho Primary School in the Kanyakwar area of Kisumu Central sub-county.This abandoned quarry features
Driver Recounts Fatal Crash That Killed Cyrus Jirongo
The driver of Climax Bus Company, who was driving the bus that was involved in the accident that claimed the life of former Cabinet Minister during Kanu era, Cyrus Jirongo, has recounted the ordeal that happened when the accident occurred.Speaking to a battery of journalists, Mr Kamau Githinji recounted
Kaluma Praises Ruto’s Inclusive Governance Amid 2027 Vote Debate
MP Peter Kaluma, of Homa Bay Town, has commended President William Ruto for fostering inclusivity and equitable governance throughout Kenya.On Monday, December 8, 2025, Kaluma said that within three years of Ruto's tenure, the latter has managed to integrate all the country's communities and regions into the government, thereby creating
Kalonzo Presents Special Tribute to Ida at Beryl Odinga’s Funeral
On Saturday, December 6, 2025, Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka, leader of the Wiper Patriotic Front Party, gave a special gift to Ida Odinga at the funeral of Beryl Achieng’ Odinga, the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga's sister.Photographs showed Kalonzo offering the item in a small, white branded bag, and Ida
ODM Mourns Georgina Oketch as Parliament Confirms An MP’s Death
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has announced with sorrow the death of Georgina Margaret Oketch.In a statement released on Saturday, December 6, 2025, ODM confirmed Ms. Oketch’s passing, noting that it followed a brief illness.The late Margaret Oketch was a member of the ODM Disability League, an organization dedicated to
