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Kevin Oguoko

The abductions fallout

CS Justin Muturi being the latest to launch a scathing attack against the government her serves for failing to stop abductions.

The abductions fallout

Abductions show Kenya Kwanza's lack of consensus on critical issues

Abductions show Kenya Kwanza's lack of consensus on critical issues

William Ruto: The dream maker and breaker

William Ruto: The dream maker and breaker

Great harvest time for Raila, Uhuru as scores of PSs set to go

Great harvest time for Raila, Uhuru as scores of PSs set to go

Watchdog bodies quiet as sharp tongued leaders break law at will

A section of politicians, especially the Kenya Kwanza apologists, have been making reckless statements that risk inciting Kenyans.

Watchdog bodies quiet as sharp tongued leaders break law at will

Who are the powerful figures abducting state critics?

As politicians trade barbs over the current wave of kidnapping of state critics, questions now emerge whether the abductors can outwit the President, police boss and entire security apparatus.

Who are the powerful figures abducting state critics?

Gachagua: From deputy to enigma, will impeachment define him?

According to Vihiga Governor Ken Lusaka, Gachagua's public career has been marked by an unusual pattern: he has never fully completed a term in any public office.

Gachagua: From deputy to enigma, will impeachment define him?

Kenyattas back in political realm as Ruto rouses Uhuru from retirement

The Kenyatta name has enjoyed myths that surround it. As observed by political pundits, such mysteries told about an individual or a family politically boosts its image.

Kenyattas back in political realm as Ruto rouses Uhuru from retirement

Ole Sapit says No to donations from politicians, will ACK back him?

The Archbishop directly associated the donations with stolen taxes reiterating politicians should not address congregations inside the church.

Ole Sapit says No to donations from politicians, will ACK back him?

Justice Isaac Lenaola raises eyebrows on Judiciary e-filing system, IEBC

Justice Lenaola questioned why the online platform collapsed during the former DP’s impeachment case. He also blamed the government and Parliament for the failure on IEBC reconstitution.

Justice Isaac Lenaola raises eyebrows on Judiciary e-filing system, IEBC

Ruto's strategy to regain Mt Kenya backing

The strategy, which involves using celebrated secular and gospel artists, will see peace caravans being conducted in all 11 counties from the Mt Kenya region.

Ruto's strategy to regain Mt Kenya backing

Controversial Adani deals expose impotence of MPs

Parliamentarians have come out as puppets and President William Ruto’s cheerleaders. They failed on Finance Bill 2024 and with Adani deals, they have failed the second time.

Controversial Adani deals expose impotence of MPs

President Omtatah?: Senator forms team of six to explore 2027 State House bid

The six-member team will conduct surveys, to assess the electability of the first-time senator and a public interest activist.

President Omtatah?: Senator forms team of six to explore 2027 State House bid

A listening president? Ruto's new statements signal change of tack

President Ruto appeared to condemn extrajudicial killings perpetrated by police officers after having in June brushed off any reports of wrongdoing by security agents.

A listening president? Ruto's new statements signal change of tack

Purge against Rigathi Gachagua starts in earnest as 300 workers fired

The political fallout from the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua continues to unfold, with approximately 300 workers dismissed.

Purge against Rigathi Gachagua starts in earnest as 300 workers fired

You will be put to shame, Ruto tells critics

Ruto cautions CSs that failure or delay to meet agreed targets would be punished as he dismisses critics of his governance as “enemies of Kenya” who would be “put to shame”.

You will be put to shame, Ruto tells critics

Raila wades into county cash fray, warns of plan to 'kill devolution'

Azimio leader Raila Odinga Friday roared back into local politics with a scathing attack on lawmakers and government functionaries whom he accused of working to kill devolution.

Raila wades into county cash fray, warns of plan to 'kill devolution'

Cabinet: Future looks bright with strong economy, steady growth

Cabinet notes the economy is rebounding with inflation rates at an all-time low. The Executive also pointed out there is abundant food and foreign exchange reserves.

Cabinet: Future looks bright with strong economy, steady growth

Mt Kenya elders, lawyers to raise funds to contest Gachagua ouster

Gema Watho group leads fundraiser for public interest litigation amid plans to train and build capacity among aspiring leaders.

By 2 months ago

Mt Kenya elders, lawyers to raise funds to contest Gachagua ouster

Ruto meets divided Nairobi leaders, Gachagua allies

President William Ruto has stepped in to bridge divisions among Nairobi's political leaders, who have been embroiled in long-standing disputes.

By 2 months ago

Ruto meets divided Nairobi leaders, Gachagua allies

Once a Rising Star, Now Silent: Where is Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro?

Nyoro has been missing in action since the onslaught on Gachagua with his allies saying he refrained from taking part in the ouster debate as it may come back to haunt him.

By 2 months ago

Once a Rising Star, Now Silent: Where is Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro?

Will Kithure Kindiki's triumph over politics?

His seat has seen fellow professors, teachers and others thrown out unceremoniously. But the law professor has attributes his predecessors did not, hence his chances look brighter.

By 2 months ago

Will Kithure Kindiki's triumph over politics?

Weight of Kithure Kindiki's job description

Kindiki will chair Cabinet committees, oversee implementation of State decisions across ministries while uniting the country, including winning back Mt Kenya region.

By 2 months ago

Weight of Kithure Kindiki's job description

William Ruto's ruthless efficiency after Gen Z tremors

The President seems to have resolved to be firm and fast in whatever he chooses to do having borrowed a leaf from Uhuru Kenyatta in forming government with Raila Odinga.

By 2 months ago

William Ruto's ruthless efficiency after Gen Z tremors

I'll be loyal and won't let you down, Kindiki tells Ruto

Kindiki promises not to repeat his predecessor’s pitfalls that saw him hounded out of office, says he will work hard to lighten the burden that his boss carries on his shoulders.

By 2 months ago

I'll be loyal and won't let you down, Kindiki tells Ruto

Ruto to Kindiki: I've been lonely, I need your voice and intellect

Ruto listed some programmes that have been running, suggesting that they were never explained to Kenyans, with lamentations mirroring frustrations by former President Uhuru Kenyatta.

By 2 months ago

Ruto to Kindiki: I've been lonely, I need your voice and intellect

Flurry of night notices, hurried police drills and podium set-up

Swearing-in preparations started immediately after High Court judges lifted conservatory orders. In a span of less than 30 minutes, four Kenya Gazette notices had been published.

By 2 months ago

Flurry of night notices, hurried police drills and podium set-up

Omar: We're set to replace Gachagua as UDA number two

As he fights in court to defend his position, President William Ruto's party is ready to fire impeached DP Gachagua as the deputy party leader.

By 2 months ago

Omar: We're set to replace Gachagua as UDA number two

Uhuru Kenyatta: I hold no grudges and ill will against anybody

At the same time, Uhuru said he was praying for peace and unity in the country adding that would be the only way the country would prosper.

By 2 months ago

Uhuru Kenyatta: I hold no grudges and ill will against anybody

Raila not out of local politics yet, analysts say of former premier

Despite quitting the ODM leader post, the former PM’s handwriting is all over the political book from donating MPs to impeach Gachagua to defending Adani deals.

By 2 months ago

Raila not out of local politics yet, analysts say of former premier

Gachagua's ouster bid to shape Mt Kenya's 2027 political choices

Whether his impeachment is upheld by the courts or not, Gachagua’s fortunes are bound to change. He might be wooed by 2027 candidates or contest for the presidency himself.

By 2 months ago

Gachagua's ouster bid to shape Mt Kenya's 2027 political choices

How MPs have become 'prisoners of fear' after DP impeachment

Some leaders who voted to impeach Gachagua now say they are not able to face their electorate and hope the emotions will cool down.

By 2 months ago

How MPs have become 'prisoners of fear' after DP impeachment

Police officers order junior staff at Gachagua offices to keep off

Junior staff at the Office of the Deputy President have been denied access into the Harambee House Annex and Karen offices.

By 2 months ago

Police officers order junior staff at Gachagua offices to keep off

William Ruto: Political schemer who wins allies, subdues enemies skillfully

His 32 years in politics give him the ability to make friends and maintain them in the hour of need with those around him expected to offer utmost loyalty.

By 2 months ago

William Ruto: Political schemer who wins allies, subdues enemies skillfully

How Gachagua's strength became his weakness

After a swift political ascent, Gachagua’s career now hangs in the balance after impeachment. Once a fiery defender of the Kenya Kwanza agenda, he now faces an uncertain future.

By 2 months ago

How Gachagua's strength became his weakness

Prayed for into office, hounded out by betrayal; this man Gachagua

Gachagua well known as Riggy G, was a scandal-tainted political beginner when he rode an anti-establishment wave to become the deputy president.

By 2 months ago

Prayed for into office, hounded out by betrayal; this man Gachagua

Gachagua's verdict: How senators engaged in a heated debate before voting

There was heated debate in parliament last night as Senators engaged before they voted for the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

By 2 months ago

Gachagua's verdict: How senators engaged in a heated debate before voting

President Ruto cancels Embu visit as fingers point at hostile ground

President Ruto was expected to preside over a function at St Mark’s Teachers College. MPs who supported Gachagua’s impeachment were greeted with hostility in Nakuru.

By 3 months ago

President Ruto cancels Embu visit as fingers point at hostile ground

Messy divorce: Billions at centre of Gachagua-Ruto fallout

Politicians close to the centre of the dispute say the DP demanded Sh10 billion to resign, a figure function of investment in campaigns and what would have been made working with the State.

By 3 months ago

Messy divorce: Billions at centre of Gachagua-Ruto fallout

Inside Gachagua's twin fight to save career, businesses

Close allies say the DP will keep off public events as he concentrates on preparing for a Senate appearance as lawyers disclosed a two-front approach to his salvation.

By 3 months ago

Inside Gachagua's twin fight to save career, businesses

Summary of Gachagua's defense at impeachment hearing

DP Rigathi Gachagua denied involvement in the Sh3.7 billion mosquito net tender from KEMSA through a proxy firm.

By 3 months ago

Summary of Gachagua's defense at impeachment hearing

Results of public participation show disparities, low turnout in Mt Kenya

Gachagua’s supporters termed the impeachment as misguided as they accused their leaders of abandoning the hard pressing matters such as the high cost of living.

By 3 months ago

Results of public participation show disparities, low turnout in Mt Kenya

How Ruto has singlehandedly dismantled Mt Kenya region politically

With the help of his loyalists, Ruto managed to snatch Mt Kenya region from Uhuru’s grip and defeated Raila, Uhuru’s preferred Presidential candidate.

By 3 months ago

How Ruto has singlehandedly dismantled Mt Kenya region politically

Anti-Gachagua Mt Kenya MPs develop cold feet on ouster bid

Apart from Murang’a Woman MP Betty Maina and her husband Eric Wamumbi, all MPs from the region have gone mute with vocal impeachment voices coming from other parts of the country.

By 3 months ago

Anti-Gachagua Mt Kenya MPs develop cold feet on ouster bid

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