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David Ohito

Isiolo-Mandera Road will be a game changer for Northern Kenya

By David Ohito 5 years ago

Isiolo-Mandera Road will be a game changer for Northern Kenya

Mandera declaration a milestone in terror war

Mandera declaration a milestone in terror war

By David Ohito 6 years ago

PHOTOS: See what heavy rains have done to vehicles in Mandera County

PHOTOS: See what heavy rains have done to vehicles in Mandera County

By David Ohito 6 years ago

It is time for counties to embrace New Urban Agenda

It is time for counties to embrace New Urban Agenda

By David Ohito 7 years ago

Why I'm dropping the mighty pen for politics

Many people have asked why I am drifting towards politics away from the media, where I have had a successful career rising to various management positions.

By David Ohito 7 years ago

Why I'm dropping the mighty pen for politics

Rwandans who have lived in Kenya for 70 years appeal for naturalisation

Grandparents and parents of an estimated 500 Rwandans were moved from Rwanda to Kenya by the British colonial administration in 1940’s to work mostly in tea plantations in Kericho County and other parts of Kenya.

By David Ohito 7 years ago

Rwandans who have lived in Kenya for 70 years appeal for naturalisation

Uhuru and Raila mourn Kenyan scholar

President Uhuru Kenyatta and Opposition leader Raila Odinga joined the African National Congress of South Africa in mourning Kenyan academician Rok Ajulu. Prof Ajulu is the husband of Human Settlements Minister Lindiwe Sisulu.

By David Ohito 7 years ago

Uhuru and Raila mourn Kenyan scholar

I will be no pushover in 2017 presidential race, says Philip Murgor

Former DPP Philip Murgor is eyeing the presidency on a UDM ticket. He decries Kenya‘s problems of failed leadership, corruption and an escalating debt. He spoke to Standard Digital Editor David Ohito on his game plan for power

By David Ohito 8 years ago

I will be no pushover in 2017 presidential race, says Philip Murgor

CORD rejects planned review of elections law

The Coalition for Reforms and Democracy (CORD) has threatened to return to the streets to press for implementation of electoral reforms agreed by a joint parliamentary committee.

By David Ohito and Rawlings Otieno 8 years ago

CORD rejects planned review of elections law

Don’t panic, Raila tells Kenyans

Opposition chief Raila Odinga has cautioned against panic in CORD, insisting that the coalition still has time to select a presidential candidate to beat President Uhuru Kenyatta.

By David Ohito 8 years ago

Don’t panic, Raila tells Kenyans

New coffee dealers list stirs up storm in Kenya

"The new list maintains a status quo, which is what farmers have been fighting because brokers now enjoy the sweat of farmers without passing over benefits to them," said Mr Kioko.

By David Ohito and Francis Ngige 8 years ago

New coffee dealers list stirs up storm in Kenya

Senator Orengo: We will miss electoral reform timelines

Siaya Senator James Orengo has warned against delays in implementing the new election laws, saying they require adherence to strict timelines.

By David Ohito 8 years ago

Senator Orengo: We will miss electoral reform timelines

Raila: ODM will win power

ODM leader, reflecting on the party‘s achievements in its 11 years of existence, says at a similar time next year, it will be in power driving the agenda for change. He spoke to Digital Editor David Ohito.

By David Ohito 8 years ago

Raila: ODM will win power

Why Raila wants new voter register before polls

"The voter register has to be reconstituted in the interest of fair play, natural justice and to eliminate doubts from all stakeholders," the former premier.

By DAVID OHITO and ERIC ABUGA 8 years ago

Why Raila wants new voter register before polls

Why Uhuru’s term may last longer

The haggling over replacement of electoral commissioners has raised doubts about the country‘s preparedness to conduct a General Election.

By DAVID OHITO and ALEX NDEGWA 8 years ago

Why Uhuru’s term may last longer

Why IEBC commissioners had to go

Dozens of day and night meetings over many months are understood to have helped broker a deal for the exit of electoral commissioners.

By David Ohito 8 years ago

Why IEBC commissioners had to go

Why CORD called 10-day 'ceasefire'

“Initially, we saw the international community as indifferent but when its envoys in Kenya released a statement pushing for dialogue, then the Church joined in with the offer to facilitate the talks, our leaders decided to retreat and see if Uhuru will embrace and kick-start the talks,’’ revealed the source.

By David Ohito 8 years ago

Why CORD called 10-day 'ceasefire'

Raila speaks out on protests and poll reforms

The protests have created intensified and widespread public awareness of the need to overhaul the IEBC and they have shown that Kenyans want the current commissioners out.

By David Ohito 8 years ago

Raila speaks out on protests and poll reforms

State seeks to limit press freedom as it feels intimidated by robust media

Continued harassment of journalists in the course of their work and bold attacks by police officers, political goons and even online bullying continue to be reported.

By David Ohito 8 years ago

State seeks to limit press freedom as it feels intimidated by robust media

Raila’s conditions for Uhuru on IEBC talks

Opposition leader Raila Odinga has set conditions for dialogue with President Uhuru Kenyatta’s government over the electoral commission.

By David Ohito 8 years ago

Raila’s conditions for Uhuru on IEBC talks

University pension scheme boss sent packing

A regulator has sent home a Maseno University Retirement Benefit Scheme administrator over questionable acquisition of property.

By David Ohito 8 years ago

University pension scheme boss sent packing

CBK Governor Njoroge declines to meet Raila over Eurobond

Raila’s request to have a face-to-face meeting with CBK Governor Patrick Njoroge over the Eurobond proceeds was denied with the banking regulator saying he would not honour an appointment with a third party contrary to banking laws and regulations.

By David Ohito 8 years ago

CBK Governor Njoroge declines to meet Raila over Eurobond

Devolve issuance of ID cards, Raila Odinga tells State

The Coalition for Reforms and Democracy (CORD) has lined up a series of rallies beginning this weekend in Nairobi.

By David Ohito and Rawlings Otieno 8 years ago

Devolve issuance of ID cards, Raila Odinga tells State

Plot to give DP Ruto immunity declared unconstitutional

If it ever sees the light of day, the proposed law will see the deputy president shielded from facing criminal and civil proceedings before any court while in office. Currently, only the President enjoys this privilege.

By David Ohito 8 years ago

Plot to give DP Ruto immunity declared unconstitutional

Let's learn from Hague verdict on Ruto, says LSK

Lawyers have termed tampering with witnesses and political interference in the ICC cases a blow to justice.

By David Ohito 8 years ago

Let's learn from Hague verdict on Ruto, says LSK

Raila protests to IMF on Eurobond

CORD leader Raila Odinga has kicked off a fresh storm over payments of Eurobond proceeds, and accused the IMF of endorsing fraudulent government figures

By David Ohito 8 years ago

Raila protests to IMF on Eurobond

Raila hails ruling, says ODM party never fixed DP

"It has always been our position that ODM, to which Ruto was a key member in 2007, planned no violence against other Kenyans," said Raila in a statement to newsrooms.

By David Ohito and Rushdie Oudia 8 years ago

Raila hails ruling, says ODM party never fixed DP

Raila's quiet return amid storm in CORD

According to his allies, Raila changed his travel plans on Saturday while headed to Kakamega following reports of violence.

By David Ohito 8 years ago

Raila's quiet return amid storm in CORD

CORD leaders dispute Jubilee scorecard figures

CORD MPs have challenged Jubilee administration to clarify scorecard figures published in the State of the Nation Address by President Uhuru Kenyatta and his deputy William Ruto.

By David Ohito 8 years ago

CORD leaders dispute Jubilee scorecard figures

House team proposes new amendments to gag media

The media fraternity is concerned about proposed amendments to the standing orders regarding press activity in the precincts of Parliament.

By David Ohito 8 years ago

House team proposes new amendments to gag media

Shake off sycophants to win in 2017, Raila told

CORD leader Raila Odinga has been advised to shake off sycophants to improve his chances of ascending to the presidency in 2017.

By David Ohito 8 years ago

Shake off sycophants to win in 2017, Raila told

Raila Odinga vows to push out IEBC officials

CORD leader Raila Odinga has said the Opposition would launch a campaign to have members of the Independent Election and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) thrown out.

By David Ohito and Isaiah Gwengi 8 years ago

Raila Odinga vows to push out IEBC officials

Politics? No, gold is in the farms, former MP finally sees ‘the light’

Magnificent. Yes that’s the word that best captures the awesome and inspiring work at Reverend Ken Nyagudi’s expansive farm in Karuwa village, Gem, Siaya County.

By David Ohito 8 years ago

Politics? No, gold is in the farms, former MP finally sees ‘the light’

Raila urges MPs to skip Parliament sessions, mobilise voter registration

CORD leader Raila Odinga has asked the coalition’s MPs to skip parliamentary sessions and lead voter registration in their constituencies.

By David Ohito and James Omoro 8 years ago

Raila urges MPs to skip Parliament sessions, mobilise voter registration

Prepare for CORD regime next year, declares Raila

Opposition leaders concluded the governors' meeting in Kisumu with a political message that Kenyans should "prepare the ground for a CORD government in 2017

By David Ohito and Kevine Omolo 8 years ago

Prepare for CORD regime next year, declares Raila

CORD leaders meet governors to lay 2017 campaign strategies

CORD principals yesterday held a closed-door meeting at a Kisumu hotel with governors to strategise on the registration of new voters.

By DAVID OHITO AND RUSHDIE OUDIA 8 years ago

CORD leaders meet governors to lay 2017 campaign strategies

CORD leaders retreat to plan for 2017 elections

CORD co-principals Raila Odinga, Kalonzo Musyoka and Moses Wetangula head to Kisumu tomorrow.

By David Ohito 8 years ago

CORD leaders retreat to plan for 2017 elections

Raila party at a crossroads over rebels

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is facing a delicate balancing act between punishing rebels and winning back defectors who are popular at the grassroots.

By DAVID OHITO AND RUSHDIE OUDIA 8 years ago

Raila party at a crossroads over rebels

Where was Kidero at the time of the alleged give-and-take?

Nairobi Governor Evans Kidero maintains he is innocent and dismisses as ‘wild’ allegations that he bribed Justice Philip Tunoi.

By David Ohito 8 years ago

Where was Kidero at the time of the alleged give-and-take?

Vacuum at Communications Authority as seven board members sent packing

The Communication Authority of Kenya has sent its board of directors packing in a shocking move that has elicited protest.

By David Ohito and Frankline Sunday 8 years ago

Vacuum at Communications Authority as seven board members sent packing

Governor Kidero maintains he is innocent, dismisses bribery allegations

Nairobi Governor Evans Kidero maintains he is innocent and dismisses as ‘wild’ allegations that he bribed Justice Philip Tunoi.

By David Ohito 8 years ago

Governor Kidero maintains he is innocent, dismisses bribery allegations

Workers escape sack as top jobs fall vacant

Government workers in State-owned corporations will not be sacked in the reforms that merged parastatals.

By DAVID OHITO and PAUL WAFULA 8 years ago

Workers escape sack as top jobs fall vacant

How Presidency was cleared of non-compliance with ethics law

The anti-graft authority last evening dramatically changed a report exposing State organs that had not complied with a key law on leadership and integrity.

By David Ohito 8 years ago

How Presidency was cleared of non-compliance with ethics law

CORD leaders to rally youth for voter registration

Opposition leader Raila Odinga has urged governors and MPs to champion mobilisation and voter registration ahead of the 2017 polls.

By David Ohito 8 years ago

CORD leaders to rally youth for voter registration

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