Melita Ole Tenges
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Luo Council of Elders call for truce in ODM amid internal wrangles
Treasury CS John Mbadi, who hosted the elders at his office on Tuesday, condemned calls for anti-government protests by a section of opposition leaders, insisting there is no justifiable reason to send Kenyans to the streets.
'You're either with us or against us', Kalonzo warns Kitui leaders supporting UDA
The move is seen as Kalonzo cracking the whip on dissenting voices in his political backyard. Meanwhile, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has rallied the Maa community to back the United Opposition, saying unity is key to unlocking their development agenda.
'Non-negotiable!' Mt. Kenya leaders reject ODM bid for Deputy President's position
The Mt. Kenya leaders say the number 2 position is not up for negotiation, with a number of them threatening to leave the broad-based government should ODM insist.Others suggesting that DP Kithure Kindiki should just cross over and join ODM.
IG Kanja says police ready to arrest Governors who ignore Senate summons
Senators accused of soliciting bribes and harassing Governors turned the heat on their accusers, demanding that Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja arrest Governors who have refused to appear before the committee.
Gov't seeks to raise Ksh.120B from sale of 65% Kenya Pipeline stake
The President insists the proceeds will be used exclusively for infrastructure development, not debt repayment or recurrent expenditure.The Kenya Pipeline initial public offering is expected to raise Ksh.120 billion, according to President Ruto, with the offer period running from January 19 to Febru...
'Bring it on!' Oburu Oginga dares ODM members eyeing his position
Oburu, who spoke during the burial of his uncle's wife in Alego Usonga constituency, Siaya County, said he's ready for a National Delegates Convention (NDC) to allow members elect their leaders.
Chaos in Nyeri as rival groups clash ahead of Gachagua's rally
Goons armed with clubs, who attempted to block his entry into the town, were overpowered by Gachagua’s supporters in a brief melee shortly before he arrived.
MP Ndindi Nyoro threatens to lead parents’ protests over school capitation confusion
Nyoro says the government has failed to clearly explain how much each learner is entitled to receive, warning that parents may be forced to cover the shortfall.He raised concerns over the Ksh.26 billion recently disbursed to day secondary schools, saying there is no clear breakdown of how the funds...
Ruto dares opposition to match his track record, development plan
The President reiterated that his administration’s priorities include improving infrastructure, expanding power supply, and boosting agriculture.However, he emphasized that development can only be achieved through peace, education, and Kenyans placing national interests above personal gain....
Gachagua contradicts Kalonzo on when opposition will name 2027 presidential candidate
Gachagua was speaking in Murang’a County during the burial of the mother of Embakasi North MP James Gakuya where Lamu Woman Representative Monica Muthoni was ejected from the podium after expressing support for President William Ruto’s administration.