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The man whose body fell from a Kenya Airways plane on Sunday in London minutes before landing at the Heathrow Airport could be an employee at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). According to the London police, the fingerprints of the man’s body have been sent to Nairobi as it is suspected that he could be an employee at JKIA. The body of the unidentified man landed in a garden in the Borough of Lambeth, South London. The plane was flying from Nairobi to Heathrow when the body fell. Read: Body Falls Off KQ Flight In London In A Suspected Stowaway Case…

As Kenyans continue to mourn the death of the late Safaricom Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Bob Collymore, there were plenty of praises that were poured of a man whose life touched more than can be counted. During his memorial service held at the All Saints Cathedral, several people eulogized him in an event that was attended to by the who-is-who in Kenya, including President Uhuru Kenyatta. Speaking on behalf of his friends, former gubernatorial candidate Peter Kenneth shared fond moments that the now popular ‘boys club’ had with the late CEO. Read: Meet Bob Collymore’s Favorite Kenyan Musician Who Graced…

Former Youth Affairs Principal Secretary Lilian Mbogo-Omollo on Wednesday accused the Assets Recovery Agency of lying to the court about her agribusiness venture. Informing the court in the ongoing case on the National Youth Service (NYS) scandal, Omollo stated that the agency lied to the court that she does not have an agribusiness in Uyoma, Siaya County. According to her, the allegations are plainly and maliciously untrue, mischievous and intended to misguide the court. In court papers, Ms Lilian noted: “The court itself also risks acting unjustly, unfairly, and capriciously and on mere assumptions should it proceed to make any…

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has revealed that they do not have any charges against digital strategist at the Deputy President William Ruto’s office Dennis Itumbi. According to a source that spoke to Capital News, the officers at the DCI will be seeking more time to finalise investigations on the alleged assassination plot, and his role in either fabricating the letter or circulating it. Itumbi was arrested on Wednesday afternoon as he is claimed to be linked to a fake letter on Deputy President William Ruto’s assassination that was allegedly authored at a cyber cafe in Lang’ata. Read: Itumbi’s Arrest…

Former Secretary digital, innovations and diaspora communications Dennis Itumbi will spend the night at the Muthaiga Police Station. According to reports, Itumbi has transferred from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) headquarters to the police station. He is set to be arraigned to court on Thursday. Itumbi was arrested on Wednesday afternoon as he is claimed to be linked to a fake letter on Deputy President William Ruto’s assassination that was allegedly authored at a cyber cafe in Lang’ata. He was arrested by Flying Squad officers at a restaurant near City Hall. Read: Itumbi’s Arrest A Diversion From La Mada…

Police officers have gunned down two suspected robbers at the Brookside Junction on Waiyaki Way. According to the police, the area is noted to be notorious for mugging and violent robberies. The two suspects are noted to have been part of a gang of four men, who were caught trying to rob a motorist on that route. The police, who were on patrol caught the robbers in the act when they tried to escape. Upon confrontation, the assailants reportedly began shooting at the police. Read: Missing Links In The Murder Of Lawyer Jeremiah Kinyua By Police Two were killed during…

Starehe Members of Parliament (MP) Charles Njagua alias Jaguar has been released. The legislator who had been detained for almost a week has been released on a cash bail of Ksh500,000. According to the court, the hearing of his case has been slotted for 4, September 2019. Jaguar had been arrested last Wednesday by officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI) outside Parliament buildings. The legislator was nabbed following his remarks on the deportation of foreigners. The remarks have elicited mixed reactions, with some terming them xenophobic. Read: Starehe MP Charles Jaguar To Spend 5 More Days In Custody Consequently,…

Administration Police officers guarding the Central Bank of Kenya in Meru on Monday night rescued a day-old infant who had been neglected inside a school compound. Officers Mr Mohammed Noor and Mr Charles Kithinji were on night duty when they heard cries from a nearby Meru Muslim Primary School compound. Upon heading towards the bushes, the officers found a baby girl wrapped in leaves and tucked with the umbilical cord still attached. Read: UK Puts Caution On Exchange Of Kenyan Money With The Pound To Curb Illicit Cash Flow According to the Imenti North DCIO James Githinji noted that it…

Safaricom PLC Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO)  Michael Joseph has finally explained why he was picked to fill in the late Bob Collymore’s shoes. His statement comes following mixed reactions among Kenyans on social media as many citizens questioned why the company’s board did not settle on a Kenyan national to take up the position. Speaking during an interview with K24 TV on Tuesday evening, Michael noted that he was selected because the officials currently serving in various senior capacities at the company and whom many Kenyans feel should have been promoted are not ready to fill in Collymore’s shoes…

Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has been appointed as the Special Envoy to the Republic of South Sudan. In a statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kalonzo has been appointed by President Uhuru Kenyatta. According to the statement, his appointment is intended to further Kenya’s commitment towards shared prosperity in the region as well as pursue a lasting peace. “The ministry congratulates Hon. Dr Kalonzo Musyoka on his appointment and stands ready to support the Special Envoy in the delivery of his mandate,” read the statement in part. Read: Kalonzo Finally Accepts ‘Watermelon’ And ‘Uncle Steve’ Tags Last year,…

Kenyan businessman Raphael Ongangi who was kidnapped eight days ago in Dar es Salaam has been found alive. Ongangi, who was abducted by unknown individuals was found in Mombasa. Speaking to The Citizen, his wife Veronica Kundya confirmed noting that she has spoken on phone with her husband but did not divulge further information. She stated: “I am in a hurry and I cannot say much now. But I thank God and everyone who played a role in helping me trace my husband.” Mr Ongangi, who runs a cargo logistics business, was kidnapped in Dar es Salaam on June 24,…

Radio show presenter Massawe Japanni has on Tuesday afternoon lashed out at people who have shared their private chats with the late Bob Collymore on social media. According to the Radio Jambo host, those who have shared their chats are “desperate to prove association with the late Safaricom CEO. Taking to Instagram, Massawe mentioned: “So now guys are publishing private chats with Bob on Social media? NKT! Are you desperate to prove association? It was private. Please.” https://www.instagram.com/p/BzaENImA7RT/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link She has since elicited a heated debate on social media with some people insinuating that she was attacking celebrated comedian Eric Omondi.…

The body of former Safaricom CEO on Tuesday morning left Lee Funeral Home in Nairobi for the final rites at the Kariokor Crematorium. According to live coverage done by media houses, the friends and relatives gathered at Lee to bid the celebrated corporate leader goodbye. Collymore will be cremated in a private interment process at the crematorium. The hearse in which his body lay sneaked its way to Kariokor on Tuesday morning under tight security. Read:  Safaricom CEO Bob Collymore Is Dead Police outriders cleared the road for the Jaguar vehicle as his family followed in a separate car. According…

Lamu West MP Stanely Muthama was on Monday charged in Eldoret for failing to remit Ksh487 million in taxes. According to the court, the money was accumulated from businesses operated under Stansha Limited, a company linked to him. Appearing before Eldoret Chief Magistrate Charles Obulutsa, the legislator denied the charges and was released on a Ksh3 million bond with an alternative Ksh500,000 cash bail after denying all the 13 charges pressed on him. Read: Lamu West MP Stanley Muthama Arrested Over Fraud The Kenya Revenue Authority, the complainant in the case, accused Mr Muthama of tax evasion between 2013 and…

Safaricom board has appointed Michael Joseph as acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) following the death of Bob Collymore. According to the telecommunication, Joseph will take over the role effective immediately. In a statement signed by the company secretary Kathryne Maundu, Joseph will hold on the position until the Board communicates in due course on a permanent appointment. “The board is confident that during this transition, Mr Joseph will provide the necessary guidance and leadership to the company and its employees.” Read: Safaricom CEO Bob Collymore Is Dead The late Safaricom CEO Bob Collymore will be laid to rest today, July…