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“She Only Bought Waru Za 350,” City Chips Vendor Shames Millicent Omanga For Faking Sponsorship

by Mustafa Juma
written by Mustafa Juma

The now viral city chips vendor Beverlyne Kwamboka has hit out at nominated senator Millicent Omanga for faking business sponsorship on her.

Taking to her official Twitter handle on Thursday October 7, 2021, Kwamboka who came to the limelight after after Kenyans rebuked her for wearing a short dress clarified that Omanga only gave out Irish potatoes worth Kshs.350.

The team that had been sent by the politician allegedly took photos with some other sacks of potatoes and then returned them to their vehicle.

They also gave out two aprons branded with Omanga’s campaign colors and slogans.

“For clarification, team @MillicentOmanga only bought waru za 350 came out of the vehicle with 5 umbrellas, took photos returned them and gave out one and two aprons. Hiyo mambo ya cash haikua plus stock ni ya 350. Hizo waru gunia kubwa i had bought and started the day,” Kwamboka posted.

Early this week, Omanga on social media insinuated that she had provided her with stock and cash to boost her business.

“Bevalyne Kwamboka is now sorted. Umbrella, cash and stock to boost her hustle. Mvua au jua haitamharibia biashara tena. Now let’s go eat those chips,” she said.

Omanga said she’s going to help the lady who confessed that she sells chips to fund her college education.

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Storm In UDA As Members Protest Appointment of 31 Officials

by Yahil Felix
written by Yahil Felix

A storm has broken out in Deputy President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party over its appointment of 31 officials.

On Thursday, some dissatisfied members protested that the list of the 31 officials, filed with the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) was not satisfactory.

UDA Chairman Johnstone Muthama on Tuesday said the officials would be members of the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC), an organ with a say in party nominations and elections.

Sources say the protests were so wrathful that UDA Secretary-General Veronica Maina in an attempt to calm the members reportedly posted in their Whatsapp group, “The party wishes to confirm that the list is not an actual representation of the party officials.”

However, Registrar of Political Parties Ann Nderitu confirmed that the list earlier published by Nation was the one received in their office.

The letter showing the list of the officials was received by ORPP on September 15, two weeks after the resolutions were approved by the party on August 30.

Some of the dissatisfied members who protested had gone to some late entrants to the the ‘hustler movement’ and complained they had either been left out or their regions ignored.

As a prove of divisions in the party, some MPs claimed it was not the final draft while the beneficiaries of the appointment celebrated.

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Crime & Investigations

Father And Son Killed As Two Motorbikes Collide, Burst Into Flames

by Yahil Felix
written by Yahil Felix

A father and a son are among the three victims that died in a road crash involving two motorbikes that collided head on in the Kombani area on the Mombasa-Lunga Lunga road.

Sources say that the two motorbikes collided before bursting into flames with the father and son sustaining serious burns in the wee hours of Thursday.

According to Citizen Digital, the man was on the motorcycle with his son and wife at that time, where a businessman who was on the other motorbike also succumbed.

Police reports say that the woman who lost her husband and son, and the other rider are currently receiving treatment at the Msambweni County Referral Hospital. The bodies of the deceased were also moved to the morgue of the same hospital.

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Court Shocked As Boda Boda Rider Who Murdered, Mutilated Girl’s Body Is Found Guilty

by Yahil Felix
written by Yahil Felix

A boda boda rider who murdered and mutilated a girl’s body before stuffing her in two sacks has been found guilty.

Cyrus Ondieki is currently waiting sentencing following the verdict in a case that shocked the High Court in Kisii. The victim identified as DN died after sustaining serious injuries on her neck, back and thighs and medical reports further indicated that she was strangled.

She went missing in December 26 2018 and two days later, her injured naked body was found on a farm with her hands tied with a clothing.

In a horrifying narration by nine witnesses, all pointed a finger at the boda boda rider. The mother of the victim told the court that she found her daughter with the accused a day before she went missing. She noted that the suspect was their neighbor.

She told Justice Rose Ougo that she was informed that a body had been found in a farm and she was shocked to learn that it was her daughter’s.

When her body was found, they went to the suspect’s house and found blood splattered inside the house and slippers which she claimed belonged to her daughter.

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World Bank: Kenya’s Economy Is Set To Improve By 5 Percent, Faster than Sub-Sahara’s Normal Growth

by Yahil Felix
written by Yahil Felix

According to World Bank’s latest report dubbed Africa Plus Report, Kenya’s economy is going to improve by five percent this year as a result of improved construction and ICT sectors and the continued roll out of COVID-19 vaccines.

The report indicates that the county’s economy is set to improve faster than Sub-Saharan Africa’s growth average of 3.5% this year.

This means that Kenya’s economy is set to rebound from 0.3 percent improvement in 2020 to 5.0 percent in 2021, and it is expected to grow at an average of 4.8 percent in 2022.

This positivity is attributed to the improvement s in the construction, education, information and communication and real estate sectors.

World Bank also said Kenya’s improvement in the economy would have been faster this year were it not for the third wave of COVID-19 fueled by the Delta variant.

The restrictions imposed hurt the external economy in Kenya which led to a decrease in the export of coffee, tea and roses which exerted pressure on the current account which led to a deficit.

This projection by the World Bank is different from that of the Treasury that had said Kenya’s economy would improve by 6 percent in the medium term caused by a turnaround in trade, increased agricultural output and the general improvement in world’s economy.

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Government Declares Monday a Holiday, Changes Name

by Yahil Felix
written by Yahil Felix

The government has declared Monday 11, 2021 a public holiday.

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The announcement was made on Wednesday by the Ministry of Interior, Coordination and National Government.

In a statement issued by Interior CS Fred Matiang’i, he said that October 11 will be a public holiday because Utamaduni Day falls on Sunday 10 October 2021″In line with the provisions of Section 2 and 4 of the Public Holidays Act (Cap 110), it is hereby confirmed that 11 October 2021 will be a public holiday, by dint of Utamaduni Day falling on Sunday 10 October 2021.”

The statement further declares, “Whereas this day is already conferred by law, this shall be the first time Kenya will be celebrating Utamaduni Day and this press release serves to emphasize the need for all citizens to recognise and celebrate the rich cultural diversity of Kenya in a manner that promotes unity, national cohesion, and economic progress in the country.”

Previously, 10 October was celebrated as Moi Day before it was later changed to Huduma Day and now Utamaduni Day.

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Weird Church That Prevents Members From Going To The Hospital, Residents Want It Closed

by Yahil Felix
written by Yahil Felix

Residents of Ngurunga village in Ithanga Gathanga in Murang’a wants the closure of church that does not allow them to go to hospital when they fall sick.

The residents claimed a lot of people have died and called upon the government to take action. This was sparked by the death of a 30 year-old woman while giving birth at her home.

According to reports, Stella Njeri developed birth complications which prompted one of the neighbors to call health officers to rush her to Maragua Hospital

On reaching there, her husband declined to have her undergo cesarean section delivery as advised by the doctor. A health officer identified as Ceciliah Mahinde said that Njeri’s husband appended a signature on the hospital records that he won’t allow his wife to be admitted in the hospital.

The officer said that she took her time to convince them to go to the hospital for safe delivery but on reaching there, they refused to be attended by the doctor. Reportedly, Njeri died a few hours after arriving home from the hospital.

The residents irked by this threatened to set ablaze their home claiming that it is not the first incident. Mary Wambui one of the residents said six people have died under the same circumstance for refusing to go to the hospital.

She added that the church called ‘Kigoocho’ has strict doctrines that prevents its members from seeking medical help. She said when the members are sick, they are advised to stay indoors as church leaders pray for them.

She further revealed that the founding bishop of the church alongside his wife and four children died for failing to seek medical attention.

Another neighbor John Waithaka called upon the government to take action against the church leaders saying that they take advantage of the vulnerability of the people to brainwash them.

County Executive officer for health Joseph Mbai said it is unacceptable for people to die in their homes instead of seeking treatment. He said he shall present a petition to Health CS Mutahi Kagwe and the Interior CS Fred Matiang’i to take action against such churches.

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“I Need Help” Naiboi Opens Up On Why He Has Not Released Songs Lately

by Yahil Felix
written by Yahil Felix

After few months of taking a break from music, Naiboi has threatened to sue his record label claiming he has had difficulties in releasing new songs.

Naiboi took to social media on Wednesday and asked his fans to pray for him saying his hands have been tied for almost two years which have prevented him from releasing more music.

“I might need serious lawyers. I might, I think. Nimefika mwisho (I’ve reach the end). I miss Naiboi as much as you do. Pray for me. I keep everything to myself a lot, but imefika mwisho (It has reached the end). I love music so much it hurts. I love music so much and it hurts to have over 800 songs and I can’t release even a single one,” said Naiboi.

Naiboi came into the limelight following his collabo with Timmy T-Dat in their song ‘Welle Welle‘ in 2014 followed by ‘Daktari‘ featuring Frasha in 2015.

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Crime & Investigations

Businessman Tom Mboya Sentenced To 20 Years In Jail

by Yahil Felix
written by Yahil Felix

Businessman Tom Mboya has been sentenced to 20 years in jail for attempting to kill Ronalo Foods Restaurant owner Willam Osewe.

Milimani Chief Magistrate Martha Mutuku also handed Mboya another three years for the offense of wounding a security guard Wilfred Ombunya Tembula

In 2016, the duo were in conflict over a woman where William Osewe accused Tom Mboya for cohabiting with his wife.

Tom Mboya shot Osewe four times after an argument ensued between them at Hagon Hotel, Thika Road.

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Crime & Investigations

Man Stabs Wife To Death As Twins Watch

by Yahil Felix
written by Yahil Felix

Residents of Nakuru near Afraha Stadium are still in shock after a 40 year-old man stabbed his wife to death. According to Nation, Paul Ochieng stabbed his 20 year-old wife Njeri Kamande to death on Tuesday night after a dispute.

Neighbors said the accused committed the act while their twins watched. They said that the suspect was heard threatening to harm his wife before the 11 pm incident. “They have been quarreling since they moved in here three weeks ago. He has always threatened to killer whenever they have a dispute,” said a neighbor.

Another neighbor added that the suspect came home drunk at around 10:30 pm before picking a quarrel with his wife and stabbed her.

After committing the act, he tried committing suicide by jumping from the fourth floor of the building they live. But he was seized by the neighbors and handed to the police.

Nakuru Town East sub-county police commander Ellena Kabukuru who confirmed the incident and said the suspect is currently under treatment at Nakuru Level 5 Hospital and under police watch.

The incident is under investigation as a knife believed to be used in the crime was found. The victim was taken to Nakuru Level 5 Hospital mortuary for postmortem.

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Raila Hints At Possibility Of Working With Ruto Ahead of 2022 General Elections

by Yahil Felix
written by Yahil Felix

ODM Party leader Raila Odinga has opened up on the possibility of working with Deputy President William Ruto ahead of 2022 general elections.

Raila also added that Ruto has already declared his interest in the presidency but he seems not to support anyone.

While talking to Kalenjin radio stations on Wednesday October 6, 2021, Raila told the community that he is waiting for them to give him someone he can work with.

So far, it is only DP Ruto and KANU party leader Gideon Moi who have declared their 2022 presidential ambitions among the Kalenjin community.

“I am still the Arap Mibei you used to know,” he told them.

Raila, however, hit out at DP Ruto’s hustler narrative, arguing that the second in command was misadvised.

“Whoever advised William Ruto to use the word Hustler misadvised him. Hustler ni mtu mkorofi, mwizi na mtu mwenye anatumia njia za mikato,” Raila said.

He said he was yet to declare whether he will run for presidency next year or not.

“For now I want to unite the country through Azimio La Umoja,” he added.

Raila further noted that he will not look for any endorsement ahead of 2022.

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‘Hakuna Makosa!’ Raila Breaks Silence On Pandora Papers Expose, Defends Uhuru

by Yahil Felix
written by Yahil Felix

ODM leader Raila Odinga has finally broken his silence on the Pandora papers expose that revealed the secret wealth that President Uhuru Kenyatta’s family has allegedly hidden in offshore accounts.

Speaking during an interview with Chamgei FM on Wednesday October 6, 2021, the former Prime Minister come defended President Kenyatta, noting that having an offshore account is not illegal so long as the owners explain how they opened it.

Raila said while he doesn’t have offshore accounts, it is acceptable for Kenyans who can explain the money in such accounts.

He added that the focus should not be on the account but how the money was obtained.

“Hii ni mambo ya Pandora box. Sioni kama kuna shida kuwa na account kule nje bora unaweza kusema jinsi ulifungua account vile Uhuru amesema atasema zaidi atakapo rudi (On pandora box issue, I do not see if there is a problem having an offshore account as long as you can explain how you opened it the same way President Uhuru Kenyatta has said that he will explain more once he returns to the country) ,” Raila said.

“Mimi sina chochote huko nje, yangu iko Kenya ( I don’t have any wealth outside the country, mine is okay),” declared the ODM leader.

Raila was commenting about the recently leaked International Consortium of Investigative Journalist’s (ICIJ) Pandora box expose which alleged that Uhuru and six members of his family have massive secret wealth stashed in foreign accounts.

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Drama At Nyandarua County Assembly As Police And Staff Fight Goons Allegedly Hired To Harm Embattled Speaker

by Yahil Felix
written by Yahil Felix

There was drama at the Nyandarua County Assembly on Tuesday morning after the police and staff fought goons allegedly hired to harm the embattled Speaker Ndegwa Wahome.

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The goons engaged the police in running battles as the House was in session but they were over-powered and several of them arrested.

The Speaker declined to enter the assembly alleging that there are eight armed goons sneaked in to harm him. But MCAs present in the session claimed that the speaker was causing drama to gain public sympathy since he does not have followers in the assembly.

Mr. Wahome engaged the county police commanders for two hours urging them to enter the assembly building to flash out and arrest criminals allegedly hired to harm him.

When the Speaker was invited by the county police bosses to join them in search for the goons in the House, Mr.. Wahome and the staff allied to him said they feared the Speaker would not be safe in the hands of the police bosses. The staff demanded to be allowed to accompany the Speaker.

It was later revealed that it was a plot to smuggle the mace out of the House to paralyze the assembly’s operations. The Speaker blamed Governor Francis Kimemia for leadership wrangles which have rocked the assembly for almost a year now. He claimed that the county boss wants to destroy the assembly to avoid oversight.

He stated that the assembly staff have missed three months salary since he and the clerk, Gideon Mikiri are denied access to the offices.

Mr. Wahome claimed the governor was involved in confiscation of his car and had it detained by Toyota Kenya. However, the MCAs have declined the governor’s involvement in assembly wars. They claimed that the Speaker was rejected by the majority ward reps who are his employers.

Ms. Wanjiku Muhuhu who chaired the morning session as the Speaker addressed the media from outside. She said the House had been adjourned to Tuesday next week after tabling of the budget papers for the next financial year.

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Uasin Gishu Governor Mandago Declares His Interest For Senatorial Seat

by Yahil Felix
written by Yahil Felix

Uasin Gishu Governor Jackson Mandago has declared his interest to vie for senatorial seat when his second term ends.

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While addressing residents at Kipkenyo Trading Center, He said; “I have been seeing many candidates traversing the county popularizing their candidature for different elective positions in the 2022 general election. Kindly preserve the Senate for me.

He said this while opening Chumz Ankara shop in the trading center and he criticized those who think the senatorial seat is preserved for those with a legal background.

“Our senator Prof. Margaret Kamar is not a lawyer, neither is Senate Speaker Kenneth Lusaka who was a District Commissioner.,” said Mandago adding that he will square it out with the other candidates running for the seat. However, Prof. Kamar has not declared whether she’ll defend her seat.

Mr. Mandago’s declaration could increase calls for democracy in the cosmopolitan county and jolt political prospects of other candidates, including Soy MP Caleb Kositany, and businessman Jonathan Bii who have declared their interest in the gubernatorial seat. They come form the larger Northern part of Uasin Gishu just like Mandago.

There have been suggestions from a section of leaders backed by elders that elective seats to be shared and rotated among the Northern (Soy and Turbo constituencies), Southern ( Kapseret and Kesses constituencies), and Eastern ( Moibei and Ainabkoi constituencies.

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Fire Causes Panic As Residents Are Trapped After Suspected Gas Explosion

by Yahil Felix
written by Yahil Felix

Residents in Makatari area of Dallas estate in Embu on Tuesday got into panic after a suspected gas explosion caused fire and left tenants trapped in their rooms. Embu County fire department responded to the scene to help in putting off the fire.

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No casualties have so far been reported as investigation commence into the cause of the inferno. There have been a rise in fire cases in the said area as residents cry foul of faulty gas cylinders.

Kirimari Ward MCA Morris Nyaga who responded to the distress call of the residents termed the incident as unfortunate. The MCA said that property worth Ksh 2 million were lost as residents lost valuable household items.

He thanked the residents of Dallas estate for their combined efforts to put off the fire. A witness, Sarah Njeri who is a tenant in the state said the fire broke out as a result of gas explosion.

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Revealed: Kenya Received Sh 16.2 Billion For Arror And Kimwarer Dams During Probe

by Yahil Felix
written by Yahil Felix

Investigations have revealed that Kenya received Ksh 16.2 billion from an Italian bank, Intensa San Paolo for the construction of Arror and Kimwarer dams when the investigations into misuse of funds were going on.

The Treasury Public debt registry reveals that the Italian bank transferred billions in the year starting July 2019, a few days after Treasury CS Henry Rotich was arrested over misuse of the funds meant for construction of the two dams.

This shows tha the arrest and the investigations of a suspected loan deal to finance the dams did not stop the bank from releasing additional debt for the project.

The register shows Kenya had received Ksh 3.4 billion before July 2019 when reports of an investigation into the alleged misuse of funds linked to the construction of the two dams were in the public domain.

In September 2019, President Uhuru Kenyatta cancelled the project after receiving reports from a task force that he formed to investigate the irregularities in the construction of the two dams.

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