Elijah Maingi

Elijah Maingi is a trained Journalist with an extensive expertise in newspaper reporting, freelance and feature writing, sub-editing among others.

Key Details About the Military Chopper that Killed CDF Ogolla

The tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Francis Ogolla and nine other high-ranking military officials in Marakwet East has plunged the nation into mourning. Ogolla, accompanied by the other officers, was on a trip to visit troops deployed in the North Rift as …

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Former Defense Secretary Urges Patience in KDF Chopper Crash Probe

Former Defense Secretary Eugene Wamalwa urged people to refrain from engaging in speculation and spreading misinformation on social media concerning the recent Kenya Defence Forces helicopter crash. The tragic incident resulted in the loss of ten KDF officers, including Chief of Defense Forces General Francis Ogolla, with two survivors in …

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Stolen Lorry Recovered, Suspect Arrested

In a swift turn of events, authorities have successfully recovered a stolen Mitsubishi lorry, leading to the arrest of the prime suspect involved in the theft. The vehicle, reported missing on April 1, 2024, sparked an intense search operation that culminated in its discovery within a garage in Karen. The …

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Quack Doctor Nabbed in Kayole After Swindling Patient Ksh.60K

A counterfeit medical practitioner operating in Kayole, Nairobi County, has been apprehended for allegedly deceiving patients by running an unlicensed medical clinic while posing as a qualified medical practitioner. James Waweru Njenga, aged 45, was seized by a team of investigators and officers from the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) …

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Machakos: Thugs Assault Guard, Damage KPLC Transformer

Authorities are looking into an incident where assailants attacked a security guard before causing damage to a transformer in Matungulu, Machakos County. During the early hours of Friday morning, a group of armed individuals reportedly restrained Ezekiel Munyau, 53, who was on duty, and proceeded to remove parts from the …

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Body with Missing Limbs Found in Machakos

A man has been found dead in Kangundo, Machakos County. The deceased’s decomposing body was reportedly discovered by a passer-by who raised an alarm leading to locals’ response Saturday morning. Eyewitnesses said the body that was lying at a thicket along Tala – Kangundo road within Airport village was mutilated …

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DCI Officer Apprehended in Nyeri for Alleged Bribery

In a significant development, officers from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) made an arrest on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, apprehending a Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) officer in Nyeri. The officer, identified as Luke Nyasangah and stationed at Ngano Police Station in Nyandaraua County, stands accused of soliciting a …

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Vera Sidika Refutes Claims of Reconciliation with Ex-Husband Brown Mauzo

Popular Kenyan socialite Vera Sidika has refuted rumors suggesting a reunion with her ex-husband Brown Mauzo. The speculation emerged after Vera posted a video on her Instagram featuring her first-born daughter Asia Brown, leaning on an arm that some fans speculated to be Brown Mauzo’s hand. In the video, Sidika …

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World Athletics To Award Olympic Gold Medalists with $50,000 Each

In a historic move, World Athletics declared on Wednesday its decision to offer prize money at the Olympics for the first time, commencing with the upcoming Games in Paris. Each gold medalist across the 48 athletics events at the Paris Olympics is set to receive $50,000 (equivalent to 46,000 euros). …

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Former Roads Minister Comes to Murkomen’s Defense Amidst Surge in Accidents

Franklin Bett, the former Minister for Roads, has stepped forward to defend Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen amidst the increasing number of accidents in the nation. Speaking to the press on Tuesday, Bett urged Kenyans to refrain from solely blaming Murkomen for the prevailing road carnage and instead, to acknowledge …

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