Author: Mercy Auma

The Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) Noordin Haji has ordered for the provision of body cameras to traffic police officers to aid in investigation of cases relating to traffic violations. Haji has urged the Inspector General of police, Hillary Mutyambai to adopt the use of body cameras following increase of traffic offenses. According to the DPP, the festive seasons are encumbered by excessive traffic crimes more so regarding Public Service Vehicles (PSV) that carry excess passengers putting their lives and those of other road users in danger. He argues that excess carrying of passengers should first be handled by alighting…

Sassy TV presenter Doreen Majala exited NTV on Christmas day, December 25. The presenter, in what appeared as her last show broke the news to her fans and viewers as she thanked her employers for the platform. “Good evening good people! It’s been an honor gracing your screens on NTV informing and educating you through the news. A big Thank you to the Nation Media Group management for the platform & to my colleagues, for the wonderful experience,” she stated. Read:NTV’s Doreen Majala To Receive Ksh3 Million From Estranged Hubby, MP Gideon Mulyungi For Assaulting Her Majala has worked with the…

A three hour postmortem has revealed that Justice Otieno Odek died of blood clot in his leg. This follows a procedure conducted at the Aga Khan Hospital morgue in Kisumu by Government Pathologist, Johanssen Oduor. Oduor, among other pathologists that had been hired by the family including the investigators from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations were to ascertain the cause of Odek’s death. According to the details that arose after the conclusion of the postmortem, the clot on his right leg caused a blockage in his arteries. Read:New Details Emerge On Court Of Appeal Judge Otieno Odek’s Death The 56-year…

A vehicle, Toyota wish, has claimed the lives of 5 people at Mwiwondwe bridge along Ekero-Buyangu road, as it was headed to Busia County. The vehicle was reportedly carrying 10 passengers, with a couple reported to have perished in the crash. Reports by a local media indicated that children were among those that have also perished in the crash as they were apparently heading upcountry for the Christmas festivities. The accident has been confirmed by the region’s police boss Peter Kattam as he warned motorists and other road users to be vigilant on the road, with the rising cases of…

Media personality and radio presenter Shaffie Weru has finally opened up since rumours swirled over his alleged accident. It has been established that the accident that took place over the weekend involved his close friend and he was only present at the scene to help him. Shaffie has confessed that his friend was very lucky to have survived, as it would have turned out very severe were it not for the armoured vehicle. Read: Shaffie Weru Denies Accident Allegations, Says He Went To Help Victims “The lorry rammed into the car. I am very shaken. He was lucky because that car…

Embattled Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu has termed his impeachment irregular and unprocedural. The governor, through a letter written to the senate has stated that the impeachment did not follow regular proceedings hence terming it bogus. Senate Speaker, Kenneth Lusaka according to the Standard has acknowledged receipt of the letter from the governor, however he has stated that he will not act on it as he is not aware if any impeachment. Read: Embattled Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu Impeached “I have not yet received any notification from the Kiambu County Assembly Speaker regarding the impeachment of Governor Waititu.  My office will act…

Media personality and TV girl Janet Mbugua has shun breakup rumours with husband after posing in cute family photos. The sensational mother of two posed with husband in an instagram photo captioned “Happy holidays from the Ndichu’s.” https://www.instagram.com/p/B6VXUq2n84b/?igshid=14lonhu11gqwy In yet another photo, the husband Eddie Ndichu posted another picture with their two boys sending seasons’ greetings to everyone. Read:Janet Mbugua, Hubby Quell Break-up Rumours With This Cute Picture “Merry christmas and seasons’ greetings to everyone from me and mine,” read the post. The power couple had reportedly parted ways after rumours swirled that they were having troubles in the marriage.…

Jubilee lawmaker and Kabare Ward MCA Chomba Nyaga has found himself in hot soup after police raided his shop. On Sunday, December 22, police in Kirinyaga County raided Nyaga’s shop and recovered bhang rolling papers commonly referred to as rizla in two cartons estimated to be worth Sh700,000. In a publication by Citizen, the region’s OCPD Anthony Mbogo confirmed the incident adding that investigations had been launched into the matter. “The illegal rolling papers are known as rizla and Kabare ward MCA Chomba Nyaga has recorded statement at Kutus patrol base,” said the OCPD. Read:3 Police Officers Arrested Transporting Over…

Media personality and renowned radio presenter Shaffie Weru has denied the allegations that he was involved in accident earlier in the day,  after reports emerged that his vehicle had been crushed along Northern Bypass. The accident that took place earlier in the day initiated speculations with Radio presenter Shaffie Weru and Tv presenter Jeff Koinange on the spot. Initially, it was alleged that Jeff Koinange was the driver behind the wheel when the accident emerged as it was similar to his Mercedes G-Wagon. Xtian Dela, Koinange’s friend however was quick to shun away the rumors and clarified that Jeff was…

Machakos Governor Alfred Mutua has fired 8 county employees over allegations of engaging in corruption and gross misconduct. The Governor, on Friday, December 20, issued a stern warning against county workers involved in corruption scandals and gross misconduct in office adding that he would not spare anyone. Among those sacked include Joshua Kiilu (Inspectorate officer and driver, Mwala), Margaret Mwikali Mutisya (Officer incharge of revenue,Muthetheni ward), James Katana (Insepctorate officer, Mwala), Stellamarris Mutinda (Acting Deputy sub-county commander), Winfred Mwikali (Mulolongo Deputy Ward administrator), Thomas Muindi (Public health officer,Mwala), James Makua (Village administrator) and Moses Mwendwa (Procurement officer in the Ministry…

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has lifted the suspension against the Modern Coast buses following fatal accident. Through a press statement on Friday night, the company allowed the bus company to resume operations after two modern coast buses collided at Kiongwani area along Mombasa-Nairobi highway, leaving 7 dead and 62 others seriously injured. “This is to notify the members of the public that the suspension of Modern Coast Express Limited has been lifted,” read the tweet. https://twitter.com/ntsa_kenya/status/1208067342439256065 The fatal crash ignited the interest of the public with majority of travelers left stranded while others made an outcry over…

The Red Cross Society of China has donated Sh10 million to the victims of the West Pokot landslide. The funds, according to the Minister Councilor from China Mr Sau Jim Yong, are to aid the victims that were affected and their houses displaced. Sau Jim Yong was speaking during the handing over of the cheque to the Ministry of Devolution where he added insisted that China would ultimately continue to support Kenya it times of disasters and other related calamities. “This gesture from the Republic of China demonstrates the cordial relations between the two countries and I appeal to other…

The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) has halted operations of about 120 chemists in Nyanza region in a span of one week. Dr Dominic Kariuki, the PPD’s head of Goods Distribution in a statement on Friday, December 20, stated that they were able to seize stocks with owners operating illegal chemists arrested. According to Kariuki, those affected have been noted to reside in the counties of Kisumu, Siaya, Homa Bay, Nyamira, Kisii and Migori. In addition, Kariuki disclosed that some chemists were operating with government hospital drugs. Read: 43 Arrested As 80 Chemists Shut Down In Nairobi For Selling Substandard…

The Alcoholic Beverages Association of Kenya (ABAK) has issued a warning against hiking of beer prices during the festive season by bar owners and distributors. The association has asked retailers to stick to the recommended retail prices (RRP) adding that consumers are expected to have legal, safe and hygienic liquor. According to a statement by the association chairman Gordon Mutugi, taking advantage of the festivities and exaggerating the prices only drives consumers to cheap alcohol that is harmful and unsustainable for business. Read: Truck Transporting Beer Overturns At Roysambu Round-about (Video) “This exaggerated pricing does not only make it difficult…

Former Habaswein Mixed Secondary School principal in Wajir country has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for sexually assaulting a KCSE candidate in 2018. The principal, Idle Abdi Haret, was accused of raping an 18 year old girl after offering her a lift in his car in November 3, 2018. Wajir Resident Magistrate Mugendi Nyaga found the suspect guilty, and sentenced him to a 10-year jail term, with a 14-day appeal window. In addition, the judge stated that there were rising numbers of sexual assault cases in the region that needed to be curbed. Read: Court Finds Rugby Players…