Detectives have successfully intercepted a truck carrying 132 bales of bhang along the Garissa-Thika Road in the Kyanunda area of Mwingi. The operation, conducted last night, led to the arrest of two male suspects identified as Daniel Yohana and Ismail Wako, the driver and co-driver of the vehicle respectively. The …
Read More »Court Finds Jowie Irungu Guilty of Monica Kimani’s Murder
In a decisive ruling, the court has determined that Jowie Irungu is responsible for the murder of Monica Kimani. Justice Grace Nzioka outlined the sequence of events, stating that two days prior to the incident, Jowie acquired an identity card, armed himself with a firearm, donned traditional attire over his …
Read More »Court Determines Jowie Was Present in Monica Kimani’s Home on Day of Her Death
Justice Grace Nzioka has confirmed that Joseph ‘Jowie’ Irungu was indeed inside Monica Kimani’s residence, according to the latest court findings. The judge stated that compelling evidence indicated Jowie as the last individual seen with Monica at her Lamuria Gardens residence. This conclusion was supported by a confidential witness who …
Read More »Monica Kimani’s Death Ruled Homicide
Justice Nzioka, presiding over the Milimani Law Courts in Nairobi, has asserted that Monica Kimani’s demise is undoubtedly a case of homicide. Delivering her remarks on Friday while presenting an analysis of Monica’s cause of death, Justice Nzioka emphasized that the prosecution has effectively demonstrated the unlawful nature of her …
Read More »Safaricom Clarifies Technical Glitch in M-Pesa Transaction Processing
Safaricom has provided clarification regarding the technical issue affecting its customers’ ability to send M-Pesa transactions. “We have observed that some of our customers are not receiving messages from Safaricom and/or M-PESA. This issue primarily affects customers using Android phones with third-party SMS applications,” Safaricom stated. In a statement released …
Read More »Meru: Missing Police Dog Found Safe
Authorities celebrated the successful recovery of a police dog that had gone missing from Tigania police station in Meru. The seven-year-old female dog, affectionately known as Jet, vanished on February 6 under the supervision of her handler. Fortunately, on Thursday, February 8, Jet was discovered at a residence in Karama, …
Read More »Kitui: Police Officers Beat Up Journalists Covering Event at Mutonguni School
In a disturbing turn of events at Mutonguni Boys High School in Kitui County, journalists covering the induction of a new secondary school Principal faced assault and unjust arrest by police officers. The incident, which occurred amidst heightened tensions surrounding the controversial appointment, has raised serious concerns about press freedom …
Read More »Monica Kimani’s Family Speaks Out Ahead of Maribe and Jowie’s Verdict
The family of the late businesswoman Monica Kimani is anticipating closure as they await the High Court’s ruling on her murder case. The High Court is poised to announce its judgment on Friday, February 9, concerning Joseph Irungu, alias Jowie, and former TV news anchor Jacque Maribe, who stand accused …
Read More »New Bill Proposes CCTV to Replace Traffic Police in Kenya
A proposed bill, the Bribery (Amendment) Bill, 2023, could see the removal of traffic police officers from Kenya’s roads if approved by Parliament. Sponsored by Bomachoge Borabu MP Barango Obadiah, the bill aims to introduce anti-bribery measures for the National Police Service, including the installation of Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) …
Read More »‘Tumbo Cuts,’ Crocs and Mini Skirts Banned at Moi University
Moi University has implemented new grooming guidelines that prohibit the wearing of crocs, mini skirts, and plastic shoes on campus. According to a memo from the Dean of Students dated February 6, students must adhere to the rules and regulations governing conduct and discipline at the university. The decision to …
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