Author: Eva Nyambura

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has shortlisted 10 candidates for the post of Chief Justice (CJ). Nine others will also be interviewed for the position of Supreme Court judge. Last week, JSC said it had received 13 applicants for the position of CJ and shortlisted ten. Those in the running to replace David Maraga include Justice Said Chitembwe, Prof Patricia Mbote, Justice Martha Koome, Justice Marete Njagi, Philip Murgor, Justice Nduma Nderi, Fred Ngatia, Justice William Ouko, Dr Wekesa Moni, and Alice Yano. 8 candidates have been shortlisted for the Supreme court judges position: Justice Said Chitembwe, Justice Martha Koome,…

Singer Willy Paul has reported to the police a woman who claimed to be pregnant for him. The crooner reported the matter at Central Police Station which was put down as “defamation” in the occurrence book. The woman, only identified as Ruth, who spoke to Word Is, said she was tricked into going to Thika Road Mall (TRM) where she was apprehended. “The arrest started as a set-up. I was told to go for an Interview in one of the leading TV stations for a lifestyle show. I trusted them, so when I went for ‘shooting’ at TRM, that’s where…

Police spokesperson Charles Owino will retire from the National Police Service (NPS) in December so that he can prepare to run for the Siaya gubernatorial seat. “For now I am still in office and cannot delve much into matters of politics. What you should understand is that retirement is a process and at 60 years it is called forced retirement but from 50 you can retire early from public service,” he said. Speaking to Mayienga FM, the political science and communications said he understands Kenya’s political landscape and is competent enough to seek office. “I studied political science and communications…

Police have in custody two more suspects in the Lang’ata robbery that led to the loss of Sh15 million belonging to a Chinese national, Wang Daoli. The two prime suspects; Cyrus Kinyanjui and Alexander Kuria, were trailed to Mombasa by detectives from the Special Service Unit (SSU). In a tweet, DCI said, Kinyanjui was on board a Toyota Vanguard Reg No. KDB 181P, in which some Sh2 million was recovered. “32-Year-Old Cyrus Kinyanjui and his accomplice Alexander Kuria, 30 are in our custody being prime suspects in the Lang’ata thievery where 15 million shillings was stolen from a Chinese national…

Kisii deputy governor Joash Maangi has been released from police custody unconditionally. Maangi spent the night at Oyugis Police Station after being picked up by the police on Monday for allegedly planning to disrupt the burial of Simeon Nyachae. The deputy county boss was nabbed at Kisii School moments before Deputy President William Ruto’s chopper landed. Read: Kisii DG Joash Maangi Arrested At Kisii School It is said that he (Maangi) and others loyal to the DP, had mobilized youths to welcome the latter at Kisii School. Also cooling his heels behind bars was South Mugirango MP Sylvanus Osoro who was…

Kieni MP Kanini Kega re-elected unopposed to chair Budget and Appropriations Committee for a three-year term. Kega was elected unopposed as he was the only one who had submitted his application by Friday. Elections for vice-chair have been postponed for lack of quorum. The former vice-chair Moses Lessonet, Eldama Ravine MP did not defend his seat. “The election of vice chairperson is postponed. The majority should be 50% plus one which is14 members. The vote is by secret ballot hence all have to be here,” Director of committee Florence Atenyo. Read: Moses Kuria, Cate Waruguru Among Four Jubilee MPs Expelled From…

South Mugirango MP Sylvanus Osoro has been arrested at Simeon Nyachae’s funeral service which is being held at the Gusii Stadium. According to the police, the legislator was allegedly planning to disrupt the ceremony which is being attended by President Uhuru Kenyatta, DP William Ruto, ODM leader Raila Odinga, among others. Earlier, Kisii Deputy Governor Joash Maangi was arrested at Kisii School as he and others allied to the DP waited to welcome him. The DG was taken to the Kisii DCI offices but the reason for his arrest is yet to be revealed. Read: Kisii DG Joash Maangi Arrested At…

Kisii deputy governor Joash Maangi has been arrested. According to sources privy to the details, the deputy county boss was arrested at Kisii School and was taken to Kisii Central Police Station. The reason for the arrest is yet to be revealed. “We don’t know why they arrested him. They did not give a reason why they were picking him for, they only told him to enter their car before they left to Central Police Station where they are interrogating him,” an aide told the Star. Read: Kisii Deputy Governor Joash Maangi Summoned By EACC It has been said that the…

I am not in competition with Uhuru Kenyatta, Deputy President William Ruto has said. The DP spoke in Isiolo where he was leading a fundraiser for more than 70 churches. According to the second in command, he and his boss (Uhuru) are not in a contest. “I respect the president, he is in charge and takes all decisions,” the DP said as he noted that he will continue serving in his current position as is provided by the constitution. Read: Uhuru Dares Ruto To Resign Instead Of Criticizing Gov’t From Within [Video] The self proclaimed “hustler” also noted that he will…

Outgoing Mombasa Governor Ali Hassan Joho has submitted his presidential nomination papers to the ODM party. Joho told the people of Mombasa on Saturday that he is confident he will trounce his competitors. “I will go all the way my friend.. and if i win, they should support me… and i shall win.. I am sure I will trounce all the other ODM presidential nominees…” the “Sultan” said. “If Uhuru can win, I can, if Raila can win, i can..what is the difference?” Joho posed. Read: Governor Joho Announces Bid For Presidency On ODM Ticket With the nomination exercise expected to…

DCI sleuths from Eldoret have arrested three people caught printing fake Police Clearance Certificates. Taking to social media, DCI boss George Kinoti said the trio; George Kiplagat, Alex Kibet and Washington Omondi, was also found to be printing Identify Cards as well as academic certificates. The trio is believed to be part of a wider syndicate of fraudsters, defrauding unsuspecting members of the public within Eldoret town and its environs. Read: HR Officer With Gov’t Agency Charged With Forging KCSE, Bachelor’s Degree Certificates Kinoti cautioned Kenyans against getting police clearance certificates from any other institutions other than the DCI as it could…

A Chinese national residing in Lang’ata, Nairobi was on Thursday night robbed of Sh50 million. According to a police report, Wang Daoli had left the cash in a safe in his bedroom when he went to usher in the Chinese New Year. He is said to have left behind a domestic worker and his driver on the fateful evening. When he returned, the safe was missing. There was no sign of forced entry, police said. Read: Two Police Officers, Cashier Arrested Over Robbery At Prime Bank “Police officers visited the scene and established that the bedroom door was not broken into,…

Kenya Airways (KQ) flights to Rome, Italy will resume in June, the national carrier has announced. The direct flights will resume on June 6 2021 with two weekly flights on Wednesdays and Sundays. The first flight out of Nairobi to Rome will leave JKIA on June 6 with return flights on Sundays. “We are delighted to resume weekly flights to Rome and will continue to maintain an expanding schedule to various destinations across our network as countries ease travel restrictions. Read: KQ Temporarily Suspends Flights To Netherlands, France Due To Covid-19 Regulations “Our code-share partnership with Alitalia, offers our customers excellent…

Nyali MP Mohamed Ali caused panic in the House after he walked in with his gun. Members are required to deposit their firearms in a safety deposit box that is manned by the sergeant at arms. The weapon was noticed by Gem MP Elisha Odhiambo who drew the attention of the speaker. “Mr Speaker, I have noticed that Hon Mohamed Ali is carrying something behind his back resembling a gun. If that is true, then we are not safe,” Odhiambo said. Read: Women MPs Storm Out Of Parliament In Protest Of Fatuma Gedi’s Assault In his defense, Ali said he forgot…

Law Society of Kenya (LSK) employees are yet to receive their salaries for three months as suspended society President Nelson Havi continues to fight with eight council members. In a letter dated February 9, the council members have said that vice president Caroline Kamende has declined to sign off on the payments that have been pending since January 27. The eight members are George Omwansa, treasure Bernhard Kipkoech, Faith Odhiambo, Aluso Ingati, Ndinda Kinyili, Riziki Emukule, Beth Michoma and Carolyne Mutheu. Read: Last Month’s LSK Meeting Resolutions Suspended By Court, Axed Officials Reinstated The above mentioned persons were suspended through a…