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Drama At Gigiri Police Station As Sonko Turns Cells Into Prayer Centre

by Mustafa Juma February 4, 2021

Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko is said to have caused drama at Gigiri police station when he was ushered into the police cells on Tuesday, February 2.

According to police officers in the know, Sonko was ushered into the police cells at around 4.15 pm after undergoing police procedures.

Sonko was stripped of his VIP status and was subjected to removing one shoe and his belt.

Inside the cells, the former county chief met another five suspects who had been brought in for different offences.

At around 9.30 pm, the cell was transformed into a prayer centre as Sonko and his new friends broke into worship songs and intercession prayers.

The group was so loud that officers manning the report office had to ask them to lower their voices.

“Initially he was in a pensive mood but after a while, he cheered up and was busy chatting with other men in the cells,” said an officer at the station.

Only his family, doctor and lawyer were allowed to visit the former governor.

After leaving Gigiri Police Station, the former Nairobi Governor was arraigned at the Kiambu Law Courts on Wednesday and thereafter transferred briefly to the Kamiti Maximum Prison.

He was later charged at the Kahawa West Law Courts where he faced terrorism charges before being transferred back to Gigiri Police Station.

February 4, 2021 0 comment

Business

Kiligrit Raise Ksh 2.1 Million In Campaign Towards Feeding Programme For The Elderly

by Mustafa Juma January 30, 2021

written by Mustafa Juma

Kiligrit, a group of senior citizens have completed phase 1 of a month-long campaign to raise KES 5 Million (USD $50,000) towards Mama Ibado Charity’s Seniors’ Feeding Program.

Through a five-day hike to Africa’s highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro, the group managed to raise KES 2.1 Million representing 42 per cent of the targeted amount.

“We climbed to the top without much problem. Unlike the last time we were there and a number of us had to withdraw at some level, this time we were much determined and persevered the tough winds of between 80-100 Kilometres per hour” said the team’s leader, Col (rtd) Hussein Farah.
The team managed to scale 19,341ft (5,895M AMSL).

Major (Rtd) Hussein Mohammed – Chairman Kiligrit Group

Kiligrit Chairman, Major (Rtd) Hussein Mohammed, called on Kenyans in the country and in the diaspora to engage in this noble initiative to help restore dignity of vulnerable senior citizens.

“It has been tough, challenging and gruelling. We had to nagivate the strong winds but we are grateful we climbed and here we are. We landed safely. We are now calling on Kenyans from all walks of life to rally behind this magnanimous campaign to support less fortunate seniors in our society,” said Major (Rtd) Hussein Mohammed.

“Thank you so much for being great role models and setting incredible standards for the society and for partaking in this glorious campaign, for maintaining your humanity and voluntarily contributing to the eradication of the incapacitating scourge that is hunger,” said Justice Mohamed K. Ibrahim when he handed the team gold certificates to the eight members.

Mama Ibado Charity is celebrating its 10th Anniversary with a goal of raising KES 25,000,000 (USD $250,000), that will be used to increase their support from 650 beneficiaries under the Seniors Feeding Programme to 1,000.

“As we move to the next decade, we want to reach out to more vulnerable senior citizens to improve their wellbeing and living standards as part of our big mission of restoring their dignity,” said Mama Ibado Charity Founder, Ahmed Jibril.

Kiligrit members who participated in the expedition were led by BlueBird Aviation Director, and the late President Daniel Moi’s former pilot, Col (Rtd) Hussein Farah.
Other participating members were Major (Rtd) Hussein Mohammed, Col (Rtd) Abdulbari Abdirahman, Abdiwahid Biriq, Abdikadir Sheikh Hassan, Mohamud Duale, Hassan Shariff Alwy and Omar Meegagg.

MIC is celebrating a decade of helping senior citizens restore their dignity through impact projects including seniors feeding programme,seniors housing programme and annual elderly medical camps.

Mama Ibado Charity (MIC) is an independent, non-profit and non-governmental organization (NGO) formed from humble beginnings in 2011 with a sole objective: restoring dignity and hope to our seniors.
Since its launch, Founder Ahmed Jibril and his team of dedicated MIC volunteers have expanded from feeding 50 seniors in 2011 in Isiolo County, to 650 seniors in Isiolo and Kakamega Counties in less than a decade.

This charity was created in honour of the memory of Mama Ibado Haji Osman, who dedicated her life to fight against the poverty and the hardships experienced by many amongst her elderly peers and their families. She has left behind a legacy that continues to echo across the region to this very day.

January 30, 2021 0 comment

Entertainment

“Hatuogopi Chai!” Mwakideu Tears Into Edgar Obare, Offers Wajesus Family Free Advice

by Mustafa Juma January 29, 2021

written by Mustafa Juma

Celebrated radio Presenter Alex Mwakideu on Thursday, January 28, tore into controversial blogger Edgar Obare over his continued nature of exposing celebrities.

Obare has been exposing various scandals of most celebrities through his official Instagram account, which has a huge following mostly from women who are interested in his exposes dubbed ‘tea’.

Obare manages to expose celebrities by being provided with screenshots of private messages, leaked videos and sometimes goes live with some people who go on to expose certain celebrities without fear.

Some of the exposes range from estranged relationships, to someone’s private life.

Well, several celebrities have fallen victims of Edgar Obare’s ‘tea’.

Victims of this ‘tea’ include Milele FM’s Alex Mwakideu, Kiss FM’s Felix Odiwuor populary known as Jalang’o, DJ Mo and his wife Size 8, and the latest on the list being the Wajesus family’s Kabi wa Jesus.

Speaking during his morning show which he hosts alongside comedian MCA Tricky, Mwakideu said he no longer fears being exposed for life will eventually move on.

He also advised Kabi Wajesus to ignore the expose and continue with his life normally.

“Unapiga ma screenshot, nakupigia simu una record, natuma video unasave, za nini? Kisha tukikosana kidogo, chai…

Si Jalang’o amewekewa chai hapa na maisha inaendelea, Mwakideu nimeekewa, DJ MO, Wa Jesus, maisha itaendelea tu, hatuogopi chai,” Mwakideu said.

Obare has been in the limelight in exposing celebrities and posting gossip stories crowdsourced by his followers on Instagram which he shares on his Instagram stories which has a large audience that he has now monetized.

While exposing Kabi Wajesus by serving his famous ‘CHAI’, Edgar Obare posted a screenshot conversation with a lady claiming to be the cousin of his baby mama that has alleged Kabi Wajesus has a seven-year-old girl that he has refused to associate with or support.

The gospel YouTube vlogger, Peter Kabi, happily married Milly Wambui alias Milly WaJesus who have served nothing but serious couple goals on is reportedly not answering calls from his baby mama and her family members even the lawyer has been served a buffet of blue ticks.

Edgar Obare has in the past exposed Jalang’o of alleged infidelity, a scandal that rocked the radio presenter’s life for a while.

January 29, 2021 0 comment

Entertainment

Jane Ngoiri Quits NTV

by Mustafa Juma January 29, 2021

written by Mustafa Juma

Celebrated news anchor Jane Ngoiri has left the Nation Media Group (NMG) owned NTV.

According to multiple reports, the experienced anchor resigned.

Reports indicate that she tendered her resignation on Thursday, January 28, 2021.

Confirming the reports while speaking to a local publisher, Ngoiri stated that she had resigned from NTV for her own reasons.

“It is true that I have resigned from NTV. I left for personal reasons,” she confirmed.

However, the journalist did not divulge more details on her decision to exit the station adding that she would be focusing on some personal projects.

Ngoiri, who served as a Senior Swahili News Anchor stated that she would disclose her next step to her fans over her social media profiles.

In December 2020, Ngoiri was among 158 civilians awarded the Head of State Commendation (HSc) by President Uhuru Kenyatta.

In her initial stint at NTV, she co-anchored the Swahili news with Nimrod Taabu who switched to Citizen TV in 2019. She later co-anchored the Swahili news with Salim Swaleh.

Prior to working for NMG, Ngoiri worked at K24 as an English news anchor.

She has undertaken several investigative pieces that had gained traction online including Sisters of Death and Nairobi’s Bum Enhancers.

There have been several changes in media with a number of anchors calling it quits in the past month.

KBC anchor Samuel Njoroge resigned from KBC during a live broadcast on Thursday, January 28.

Earlier in January 2021, Grace Kuria announced her departure from Standard Media Group while hosting the station’s lunchtime bulletin.

She had served at the station for two years since joining in January 2019 after she was poached from K24 TV.

January 29, 2021 0 comment

Politics

Revealed: DP Ruto’s New Strategy To Split Uhuru, Raila Before 2022

by Mustafa Juma January 29, 2021

written by Mustafa Juma

Will the working relationship between President Uhuru Kenyatta and ODM leader Raila Odinga last until 2022?

Well, from the look of things, the handshake partners may be divided by the time Kenyans head to the ballot for the next general elections.

DP Ruto seems to be changing his strategy to drive a wedge between Uhuru and his handshake partner.

In an apparent effort to set the two handshake partners on a warpath, the DP appears to have devised a new plan to gain favour with the President and portray Raila as the enemy within.

Ruto, who has set his eyes on succeeding President Uhuru, has not been at ease since the two erstwhile political rivals closed ranks and shook hands on March 9, 2018. Ruto and the Nasa trio were excluded.

The DP and his troops have perceived the handshake as a political arrangement aimed at stifling his ambitions of becoming the country’s fifth President in favour of Raila.

Ruto has suddenly made an about-turn in his criticism of the Jubilee administration’s performance as his ally- former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko make sensational allegations on the government on the 2017 election chaos that have the potential of dividing the ‘two brothers’.

At a church service in Dagoretti South last Sunday, Ruto strongly supported the President and his administration’s development record and went ahead to list projects he and the President have completed since 2013.

The apparent change of heart – or strategy – came a day after he admitted Jubilee administration’s failure to realise its development agenda but blamed it on Raila for “infiltrating and diverting” the government priorities.

Ruto scathingly attacked the former Prime Minister, accusing him of despising, humiliating and embarrassing the head of state with his constant attacks attack on Jubilee’s output.

Raila and his allies have lately criticised the government’s development record in their BBI and 2022 election campaigns.

The ODM brigade has painted Ruto as the face of Jubilee’s failures and accused him of trying to run away from his own government’s failures.

They cited the laptop project, stadiums and creation of at least one million jobs for the youth every year as among the pledges Jubilee has failed to deliver.

Political analysts Elias Mutuma and Mark Bichachi observe Ruto as a man out to exploit every opportunity that may create a rift between Uhuru and Raila.

“The friendship between Uhuru and Raila is costing the DP…so he would ensure that the two go their separate ways so that he can have a better chance of succeeding his boss,” Mutuma said in an interview with a local daily.

He added that Ruto is wounded and feels his space was taken over by Raila and thus will be keen to take advantage of any scenario that would see them apart.

“If he gets an opportunity to edge Raila out, he would not hesitate. He is taking advantage of the fact that there has been a bit of some discomfort within ODM circles [over the handshake],” he said.

“Ruto understands everyone loves anyone who opposes the sitting government. That is why is roping in Raila so that he can increase his chances,” Bichachi said.

And in what appears part of the wider plan to split Uhuru and Raila, former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko, a close ally of the DP, sensationally claimed Interior CS Karanja Kibicho and other influential people in the Jubilee administration planned the 2017 election chaos, which was then blamed on ODM.

Making the claims in the presence of the DP, Sonko alleged that he and influential people in the Jubilee administration, otherwise known as ‘the deep state’, printed ODM branded T-shirts.

Kibicho has denied Sonko’s claims and has already recorded a statement with the DCI. He has threatened to sue the ex-city county chief.

Sonko’s assertions, however, triggered anger in Raila’s ODM and threatened to sever the cordial relationship the outfit and the President’s Jubilee Party enjoy.

“ODM demands a full inquiry into the matter to establish the motives and extent of these mafia-like covert criminal acts as well as all persons and institutions involved,” secretary general Edwin Sifuna demanded.

January 29, 2021 0 comment

Sports

Tottenham’s Bad Record Against Liverpool Continues

by Ian Gitau January 29, 2021

written by Ian Gitau

The 2017/18 season was the last time Tottenham beat Liverpool in the premier league, a game which featured Harry Kane bagging a brace.

Since then, the Lilywhites have been held hostage to Liverpool’s house of pain. Having been beaten at home to Burnley, this was the first time in fifty five premier league games Liverpool lost at Anfield.

This stirred up Liverpool’s hunger of taking three points from Tottenham once again, when they travelled to Tottenham Hotspur ground.

The game commenced in great style as both teams looked to fire goals at both ends of the field. Sadio Mane blew the first big chance of the evening at the second minute, and it was apparent that Jurgen Klopp was furious about this.

Due to their drop back formation, Son Heung Min got in behind the Liverpool backline at the counter to guide the ball past the net, but the goal was ruled for offside after a lengthy VAR check.

The game continued intensely with Tottenham preferring to play in open spaces as opposed to the park -the-bus system they adopted under Mourinho.

Both sides continued to create chances but it was Liverpool who worked a beautiful team goal courtesy of a perfectly timed run by Sadio Mane who placed it in the path of Firmino for an easy tap in. The score was one nil to Liverpool at half time.

Two minutes into the second half, Mane curled a shot at goal, forcing a save from Hugo Lloris, but Trent Alexander Arnold was at the right place at the right time to strike the rebound, making it two nil.

Tottenham were however back into the game just almost immediately. Harry Winks set up Pierre Emille Hojberg for a stunning Shot outside the 18 yard box. Surely, Karl-Heinze Rummenigge would be proud.

Deep into second half, Liverpool launched a counter attack and Salah hit it near post but again the goal was ruled out for off side for an earlier handball by the brazillian number nine.

This was however not the end of Liverpool’s threat. Alexander Arnold swung a marvelous cross from far out wide to find the Senegalese international who put it past the excellent Hugo Lloris.

Liverpool went on to hold on to the three points, but retained their fourth place at the table. Frustration for Mourinho and Tottenham fans as the onslaught under Jurgen Klopp continues.

January 29, 2021 0 comment

Entertainment

Tanasha Donna Claps Back At Kenyans Over Trolls On ‘Snubbed Diamond Kiss’

by Brian Miano January 28, 2021

written by Brian Miano

Tanasha Donna has responded to those trolling her over being snubbed by Bongo star Diamond Platinumz during a live performance.

Tanasha and Diamond were recently performing on stage when the Bongo star appeared to have ignored her kiss.

Due to this, as usual Kenyans never lack something to say for they had an opinion on exactly what happened .

This prompted the singer to react about the video after a fan reminded her of the incident on Instagram.

As it appears, the Gere hitmaker does not mind what people think and wants them to “have fun”

The short clip went viral on social media with many having different views as to what really happened between the two. This led to Khaligraph Jones’ wife, to fiercely defend Tanasha from online trolls:

“It’s not fair at all” Well, Tanasha has finally shared her thoughts while replying to a fan who commented on her Instagram post where she posed for beautiful photos alongside her son Naseeb.

The fan named @tilesmombasa_, defended Tanasha saying the incident was misinterpreted as she was not trying to kiss the Bongo star but whisper something to his ear.

“@tilesmombasa_ It is what it is. Let them have fun recreating the whole scenario,” she wrote.

However, she did not confirm if the fan was totally wrong or he did have the best idea of what really happened.

Her reaction showed she did not really care what people thought of the incident and was comfortable letting them create their own assumptions.

January 28, 2021 0 comment

Sports

The Red Devils Suffer A Home Defeat To Struggling Sheffield United

by Ian Gitau January 28, 2021

written by Ian Gitau

Man united went into the game in red hot form as they conquered bitter rivals Liverpool in a five goal thriller at the FA Cup fourth round tie just days before.

It was looking like man united had just regained their dominance once again, as in the days of Sir Alex Fergusson. Ole Gunner Solsjkaer made five changes to the side that beat Liverpool, with Martial being preferred upfront to Edinson Cavani.

Chris Wilder also made four changes to his side as he was set to stage a fight at the legendary Old Trafford.

The game started with high level energy as both sides looked to keep constant pressure on each other, but this led to a worry on the man united team early in the game as Martial suffered a slight shoulder injury.

However, the medical team did its job and fortunately the French skipper was back on the pitch just minutes later.

Ten minutes into the game, Aaron Wan Bissaka got behind Mousset to deliver a beautiful cutback to Marcus Rashford, but the English International steered it wide off the post.

This was the closest man united came to open the scoring in the first minutes of the first half.

Thirteen minutes later, a well swung cross from a corner kick was headed goal wards by Kean Bryan and Sheffield was in front.

It was all shambles at the back as man united again conceded from a set piece in the Premier league. To cement their status at the top, they now had to do it the hard way, by coming from behind.

It was looking like a goal for man united in the 29^th minute when Martial hit the ball past the net from point blank range, but the goal was quickly ruled out for a foul on the Sheffield goalie.

Man united edged closer to leveling the score with a couple of minutes to the end of the first half but were denied by superb defending from the veteran Phil Jagielka who returned to the club after a long spell with the toffees with the aim of helping them survive in the Premier league.

On the other end,, things were also getting fired up as Tuanzebe tracked back and produced a crucial stop to McGoldrick’s easy tap in , and at half time, Sheffield united lead.

Coming back into the second half, Man united looked to bounce back, but Mason Greenwood missed his chance early on to even the score.

The hosts kept pushing and pushing, and at the 64^th minute they were awarded a corner kick from which they took clinically, with Harry Maguire, the one-time Sheffield boy, at the end of it.

Disappointment for Chris Wilder as his team really defended well. The reds again missed their chance to add to the score sheet as Cavani, who entered as a substitute, drove his chance wide of goal.

The blades’ disappointment however did not last long, as horrible marking in the final third of man united saw Ollie Burke have a shot at goal, which went past De Gea with the help of a deflection.

Horrible horrible marking, but this was joy for the active travelling side.

Sheffield maintain their drop back tactic and maintained decent shape which saw them cling to three vital points which were fully deserved keeping in mind the load of defending they had to do.

Man united on the other hand were poor going forward, but all in all, they look to get back to winning ways when they travel to North London to face old time rivals Arsenal.

This result could have long – term ramifications at both ends of the table, as Sheffield earn three very important points to get them out of the relegation zone, and Man united lose three , increasing the gap between them and league leaders Manchester city.

What a night for Sheffield united, as they become only the third side from Yorkshire to win at Old Trafford in the premier league era since 1974.

January 28, 2021 0 comment

Politics

“Go Away!” Drama In Matungu As Angry Crowd Turn Away ‘Ignorant’ Campaigners

by Mustafa Juma January 28, 2021

written by Mustafa Juma

The race to replace the late MP Justus Murunga (pictured above) in Matungu is hotting up, with various candidates vying for the vacant seat crisscrossing the constituency ahead of the March 4, 2021, mini polls.

However, some spirants seem not to be ready for the much awaited contest. This has been witnessed through the manner in which some of them are campaigning.

A section of top politicians are just finding it rough to campaign in the upcoming Matungu by-election/

The group, which doesn’t know their candidate’s manifesto ran into trouble when they tried to reprimand rivals at a roadside rally.

The crowd, perhaps tired of politics of insults and mudslinging, shouted them down.

The politicians were caught flat-footed when the crowd demanded to know exactly what their candidate planned for them.

Their speeches were met with boos and chants of “go away”, so they left to find voters who were less demanding.

January 28, 2021 0 comment

Entertainment

Boss Move! Another Milestone As Betty Kyallo Launches New High-End Barbershop

by Brian Miano January 27, 2021

written by Brian Miano

by IM Gitau

For a week now, we have been enslaved in Betty Kyallo’s world of suspense. But what is it Betty wants to show us? That has been the question in the minds of many Betty fans if you ask me.

After her divorce with journalist Dennis Okari, the beauty has been looking to live a life of happiness and growth in every second of her life.

Speaking of happiness, her daughter Ivanna, as I can argue out is the main trigger to her smile. Today, she got a certificate of her first day at school. Oh how happy Betty is.

With her daughter, Betty spends countless hours traveling around Kenya and spending her time in posh places as seen in her Instagram stories. But away from that now, what is the big thing in store?

Surprise! Surprise! Betty has just revealed the big secret. A new posh Barbershop! What an achievement for our beloved.

As stated in her IG moments ago, “Ladies and Gentlemen, I introduce to you, AFTRERSHAVE BY FLAIR! A new Barbershop that is going to be a man’s Piece of Heaven! Upper hill we are finally here! Tonight I open the doors to this amazing location and I’m just so excited to finally share it with you! “

Ladies and Gentlemen I introduce to you AFTERSHAVE BY FLAIR! A new Barbershop that is going to be a Mans’ Piece of Heaven! Upperhill we are finally here! I’m just so excited to finally share it with you!

We are located Next to Taj Towers (Baita Auto Centre) pic.twitter.com/53qWT4h5yP
— Betty Kyallo (@BettyMKyallo) January 27, 2021

Who could be any happier for betty than her fans and family? Susan Kaittany and Sandra Dacha among others took it to social media congratulating her on achieving such a feat.

Growth in Betty’s life is so essential, to help her raise her child as a single mum and contribute largely to her extended family.

Personally, it gives her a sense of strength, having gone through difficult times in the past. Just to mention, the trouble of conflict between her and her various employers, the heart break from her divorce, the fear of losing beautiful Ivanna to a deadly disease… I mean, more could be said about Betty’s painful past, but as for now, the mood is elated at this new adventure she’s jumped into.

This accomplishment however does not mark the end of her quest to living a really successful life. As we all know Betty is at the paciest, strongest and hungriest point in her entire life.

She is set to crowd the plate in the barter’s box and prove to everyone she’s been bringing that flair since 89’, as she likes to mention in her posts.

From The Posh Place, to Flair by Betty in Rose Avenue, Kilimani, to Aftershave by Flair, we can’t get enough of Becky, and sure as anything else she is not just about to stop.

As characterized by Betty, joy and belief in yourself plays a big role in overcoming your past, by simply creating a new future. However, the most important detail in all this is the fear and adoration of God, as she always says.

Article by IM Gitau

January 27, 2021 0 comment

Politics

Nairobi MCAs Disown Sonko On 2017 Chaos Claims, Reveal Unknown Details

by Mustafa Juma January 27, 2021

written by Mustafa Juma

Former Nairobi County Governor Mike Mbuvi Sonko is now on his own after he recently made claims on how the 2017 post-election chaos were planned in Nairobi.

Sonko while at a rally in Dagoretti over the weekend, in presence of Deputy President William Ruto claimed that Interior PS Karanja Kibicho alongside him were the planners of the chaos.

Sonko has now been summoned to DCI over his statement claimed that they bought T-shirts, printed them ODM and bought second hand vehicles which were burnt by hired goons who disguised as ODM supporters so that Raila Odinga’s side can be blamed.

Jubilee Party leadership at the Nairobi County Assembly has now told Sonko to own up over his utterances that he was part of a team that planned the chaos.

Led by the Assembly majority leader Abdi Guyo, the leadership denounced Sonko’s actions saying that he did not act at the behest of the Jubilee party and perpetrated the chaos out of his own volition.

“Let it go on record that Sonko was acting on his own behalf and not on behalf of Jubilee and for political expediency and because he has already incriminated himself, then he needs to be charged on his own account,” said Guyo.

The MCAs were also concerned that the allegations made by Sonko against Interior PS Karanja Kibicho are serious and if left unchecked could have far-reaching consequences ahead of the 2022 general elections.

“We are convinced that Sonko incriminated himself by making the utterances on Sunday and as such he should be charged for the atrocities he committed to the people of Nairobi,” they said.

Guyo, who doubles as Matopeni ward MCA, dared Sonko to make public the names of those he claims are part of the deep state, at the same time warning him against linking Jubilee Party to the deep state.

He further called on the Directorate of Criminal investigations (DCI) to expedite the matter noting that it was an issue of great interest to the people of Nairobi and the country at large.

The sentiments by the ward legislators come just a day after Kibicho recorded a statement with the DCI over Sonko’s allegations.

The PS distanced himself from the allegations and accused Sonko of character assassination. He also vowed to seek legal redress by the end of the week.

January 27, 2021 0 comment

Entertainment

Patoranking And Yemi Alade’s Wedding In Photos

by Brian Miano January 27, 2021

written by Brian Miano

Nigerian music sensation Yemi Alade is officially off the market, or maybe not.

This is the hot debate currently going on in online chat forums with confusion reigning.

This is after Alade posted pictures of what looked like a traditional wedding between her and fellow singer and music producer Patrick Nnaemeka Okorie popularly known as Patoranking.

The photos capture the happy couple dressed in similar colors surrounded by friends and family members.

Patoranking also posted the pictures on his social media pages with the caption “Mon bebe,” which received a sweet response from Alade, who said “I’m glowing when I am with you.”

Alade and Patoranking were congratulated by colleagues in the entertainment industry even as a section of their fans expressed pessimism over whether the two had really tied the knot.

Many of their fans argued that it was a publicity stunt for a soon to be launched collabo.

See the pictures below:

January 27, 2021 0 comment

Politics

“Forget Raila’s Support in 2022,” ODM Tells Mudavadi, Kalonzo And Wetang’ula

by Mustafa Juma January 26, 2021

written by Mustafa Juma

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has told the NASA co-principals to forget Raila Odinga’s support in 2022.

The Orange party’s secretary-general Edwin Sifuna on Tuesday, January 26 challenged Amani National Congress party leader Musalia Mudavadi, Ford Kenya’s Moses Wetang’ula and Wiper’s Kalonzo Musyoka to stop dreaming of being endorsed by Raila in 2022.

Instead, Sifuna has asked the leaders to take advantage of ODM’s public notice and apply to be the party flagbearer for 2022 State House bid.

A fortnight ago, politicians across the divide used the funeral service of Mudavadi’s mother to drum up support for his candidature for the top seat ahead of next year’s polls.

“If you know you cannot win without Baba’s support this is your chance. Come into his house, pick forms, apply, sit and wait. Or forever hold your peace,” Sifuna added.

In an advert placed in local dailies on Sunday, ODM elections board, chaired by Dr Catherine Mumma, asked members to send applications to National Elections Board if they want to be the party’s presidential candidate for 2022 General Election.

Mumma said interested candidates must pay Sh1 million non-refundable fee to the ODM account held at Kenya Commercial bank, Lavington branch.

Further, each applicant will be required to present the evidence of the payment to the party’s headquarters.

Yesterday, Mudavadi sustained his attacks on Raila, accusing him of breaching a promise he made in 2017 not to again contest the presidency.

Mudavadi said he had stood with Raila in his presidential bids over the years and it was time the ODM leader reciprocated.

Reports earlier indicated that Nasa was considering fielding one candidate to run against Ruto.

Nasa imploded following the March 9, 2018, handshake between Raila and President Uhuru Kenyatta.

Mudavadi said he won’t support any other person and criticised Raila for reneging on his 2017 promise to run for the last time.

“He said in 2017 that he had one bullet. He has now abandoned his gun because it has no bullets, and now he has taken another person’s gun because he wants to load bullets,” he said.

Mudavadi spoke on Sunday in Matungu when he campaigned for his ANC candidate Peter Nabulindo. He addressed supporters at Mukhweya, Namulungu and Mirere centres.

Mudavadi also accused Deputy President William Ruto of dishonesty, deceit and disrespect to Kenyans and President Kenyatta.

He termed the DP’s support of the recently launched UDA party as a mockery of the tenets of democracy and party loyalty.

The ANC boss said the DP cannot distance himself from the undertakings of the Jubilee party and the government he formed together with Uhuru.

January 26, 2021 0 comment

Mama Ibado Charity Donates Masks, Hygiene Items To Kakamega Township Primary

by Mustafa Juma January 26, 2021

written by Mustafa Juma

Mama Ibado Charity has donated masks, temperature screening devices and hygiene items to Kakamega Township Primary School in support of the Ministry of Health’s COVID-19 fight in schools.

Mama Ibado Charity Founder, Ahmed Jibril affirmed the latest initiative is to ensure school going children from vulnerable communities in safe learning environment and protect them from sinking further into poverty and getting engaged in other social vices.

“We understand the risks of children being out of school are much higher than the when they are in schools. Our role is to create a conducive environment where they can build their future, a better tomorrow,” said Mr. Jibril.

The school has today received 10 water points, 6 Thermo guns, 700 pieces of re-usable face masks and 60 litres of hand washing soap that will help more than 600 learners effectively adhere to recommended hygiene practices and measures aimed at minimising the spread of COVID-19 in learning institutions.
“We are privileged to have received these protective equipment and hygiene items that will go a long way in strengthening capacity of these vulnerable learners to tackle COVID-19 and ensure that they are safe at all times.

Kakamega Township teachers and students are extremely grateful to MIC generosity,” said Kakamega Township Primary School headmaster, Mr. Joseph Mumalaki.

Mama Ibado Charity, Assistant Project Coordinator, Mohamed Abdi oversaw the dispatch of the consignment.
“We appreciate MIC’s contributions in alleviating poverty within the community by supporting students to stay in school and concentrate in their studies. We have already started reaping the fruits of this support through improvement in overall school results and increased shool attendance,” said Mr. Mumalaki.
The school’s enrolment rate has risen from 485 students in January 2019 to 635 by end of 2019 academic year.
…Ends.

About Mama Ibado Charity (MIC)

Mama Ibado Charity (MIC) is an independent, non-profit and non-governmental organization (NGO) formed from humble beginnings in 2011 with a sole objective: restoring dignity and hope to our seniors.

Since its launch, Founder Ahmed Jibril and his team of dedicated MIC volunteers have expanded from feeding 50 seniors in 2011 in Isiolo County, to 650 seniors in Isiolo and Kakamega Counties in less than a decade.

This charity was created in honour of the memory of Mama Ibado Haji Osman, who dedicated her life to fight against the poverty and the hardships experienced by many amongs her elderly peers and their families. She has left behind a legacy that continues to echo across the region to this very day.

January 26, 2021 0 comment

Entertainment

Stranded Eldoret Woman Breaks Down In Tears Explaining How Diamond Got Her Pregnant

by Mustafa Juma January 26, 2021

written by Mustafa Juma

If you thought Tanzanian songster Diamond Platinumz only has a child with one Kenyan woman, then you are wrong.

Diamond is believed to have dated women from almost all the East African countries, having sire children with Uganda’s Zari Hassan, Kenya’s Tanasha Dona and Hamisa Mobeto from Tanzania.

Surprisingly, another Kenyan lady is trying to add herself on the already long list.

In 2017, a video surfaced of an Eldoret woman claiming the Tanzanian Singer is the father of her daughter.

She claimed that she met Diamond in Eldoret in 2014.

“I became friends with Diamond Platnumz in 2011 on Facebook. By then, I was working in Saudi Arabia. We met on Facebook and met three years later. He had a show at Sports Club, Eldoret, Kenya, and we had a one-night stand. We didn’t use protection and he gave me Sh50,000,” she said.

The 39-Year-Old mother of two further claimed that she travelled all the way from Eldoret to Tandale, hoping that Diamond Platnumz would accept him and take responsibility for their child.

She, however, met the singer’s mother who chased her away, saying her son would never bed a woman like her.

Responding to the woman’s claims, mama Dangote dismissed her as insane.

“Huyo dem ni chizi. Ashakuja hadi nyumbani kwangu,” she said during a phone call interview with Ubuyu.

But today, another video of the same lady stuck at a Likoni police station has yet again emerged after efforts to reach him failed.

The woman who has now been identified Elizabeth Nafula from Eldoret is still claiming to have been impregnated by Diamond Platinum.

The video posted on Instagram by Radio Maisha’s Billy Miya showed the woman stranded at the Likoni police station after efforts to reach Diamond Platinumz failed.

She claimed she was a receptionist at 64 Resort and Restaurant in 2016 where Diamond vibed her and the one night stand resulted into a bouncing baby girl.

She has stayed with Dimond’s mother Sandra for sometime now but never managed to see Diamond.

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January 26, 2021 0 comment

Crime & Investigations

Kiambu Family Murders: Lawrence Warunge Unfit To Stand Trial In Court

by Mustafa Juma January 26, 2021

written by Mustafa Juma

Lawrence Warunge’s mental results are finally out.

Warunge, the prime suspect in the murders of four family members in Kiambu, had his results presented by a psychiatrist before a Kiambu court.

The results established that Warunge was not fit to stand trial.

The court ordered Warunge to be remanded for a further 30 days after which a second mental assessment would be undertaken.

Chief magistrate Patricia Gichohi ordered Warunge to be held in police custody in Nairobi until March 1, 2021 when the matter will be mentioned.

The suspect’s girlfriend was released after she reached a deal to become a state witness against the university student.

Kenyan law requires that every person has a right to legal capacity which entails being in the right state of mind to understand the charges.

Warunge and Muthoni failed to take a plea in court on Monday, January 25, as had been anticipated to allow for a mental examination to be conducted.

Last week, detectives visited the home of the slain Kiambu family with the murder suspect Warunge in a bid to reconstruct the crime scene and collect more evidence.

The officers kept journalists and the public away from the home on Monday and they could be seen carrying samples to vehicles.

After spending hours at the house, the detectives got out with a handcuffed Lawrence and bundled him into a car before speeding off.

Nicholas Warunge was killed together with his wife, two children and a construction worker.

James Mburu, a resident, said that the village is still in shock over the brutal killings.

Earlier, the DCI requested the court for 14 days to complete investigations. Kiambu Chief Magistrate Stella Atambo granted the request and set hearing on January 25.

Lawrence, a university student, went missing after the gruesome murder of his parents, brother, a nephew and a mason at their Karura home in Kiambu.

Warunge, who worked as a nurse abroad is reported to have been in the country for 10 days during festivities when the killers struck.

According to detectives, the killers made their way into the house through the rear door where they found Warunge’s wife Anne Njoroge and hacked her to death before slitting her throat.

Maxwell Njenga, 13, Warunge’s nephew who celebrated his birthday on December 26 was the second victim of the assailants who was also stabbed several times before his throat was slit.

The killers did not stop; they accosted Warunge’s son Christian Njenga in his bedroom and killed him too.

Warunge who was in his bedroom upstairs escaped through the balcony, but the attackers pursued and stabbed him 34 times before slitting his throat at near the gate.

Also killed in the same style was mason James Kinyanjui who was in the home at the time of the attack.

Homicide detectives led by Martin Nyuguto are using among other leads bare footprints left at the rear door near the spot Warunge was killed to pursue the killers.

January 26, 2021 0 comment

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