Ian Omondi
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IG Kanja defends presence at Ruto’s Nyeri rally, dismisses LSK’s claims
The National Police Service (NPS) refuted the LSK’s assertions, emphasizing that the IG’s presence in Nyeri was solely for official duties.According to the statement, Kanja was overseeing security arrangements during the President’s development tour - a role mandated under the National Police Servic...
KUPPET rejects Gov't proposal to make Mathematics optional
The Ministry of Education recently announced that Maths will no longer be compulsory for senior secondary learners under CBC, marking a drastic shift from the phased out 8-4-4 system.In the new system, students will take four compulsory subjects, namely; English or Kenya Sign Language, Kiswahil...
Babu Owino ranked best performing MP in Kenya, again
Taking to social media after receiving the award, the legislator said “A big thank you to the great people of Embakasi East Republic. May God bless Kenyans.”This comes as the second such accolade the vocal lawmaker has received in recent times, having also been ranked the leading Kenyan MP by I...
'Witch-hunt': MP Babu Owino alleges State plot to silence him through EACC
The outspoken legislator claims that high-level meetings have been held to strategize on how to "manage" or "dwarf" his rising popularity, including alleged plans to bribe, intimidate, or legally frustrate him.
Petition filed to block Charles Nyachae, Joy Mdivo from IEBC Chair interviews
The petition alleges that the two candidates are ineligible for the role due to their current public offices, which they have yet to relinquish, and potential conflicts of interest.The petitioners argue that both Nyachae and Mdivo hold State offices, a violation of Article 260 of the Constitution....
Crisis looms at Moi University as lecturers issue strike notice, again
In a letter addressed to the Moi University Council, UASU expressed discontent over the failure to pay lecturers their February 2025 salaries.UASU accused the university of violating employment rights as outlined in the Employment Act of 2007 and failing to honor the Return-to-Work Formula agreement...
KMPDU lauds former SG Dr. Ouma Oluga’s nomination as Medical Services PS
Oluga was among those added to President Ruto’s government on Thursday in a bid to accelerate the implementation of his administration's bottom-up agenda.KMPDU Secretary General Dr. Davji Atellah lauded Dr. Oluga's leadership and dedication, describing his new role as a well-earned r...
Ex-Health CS Nakhumicha makes comeback as Ruto nominates her for new role
Nakhumicha has been nominated as the new Kenyan Permanent Representative to the UN Habitat in Nairobi.The former Health CS lost her position when President Ruto dissolved his Cabinet on July 11, 2024 following protracted Gen Z-led anti-government protests.
‘Gross overreaction’: Kenya downplays Sudan ban on its imports amid RSF controversy
According to PS Korir, Kenya will continue playing its role of advocating for dialogue as a means of resolving the conflict in Sudan, noting that the continuing war has – in any case – already cut off Kenya’s exports hence this latest decision is moot.
KUPPET raises alarm as Gov’t owes schools over Ksh.64B
The union warns that the financial strain has left learning institutions in distress, with mounting debts to suppliers and a looming collapse of the Teachers' Medical Scheme due to unpaid bills.Despite the disbursement of Ksh.14 billion earlier this year, KUPPET says secondary schools have not recei...