The Lower Eastern Times

Opinion: Why ODM Is Saying No to UDA Coalition Talks

By: James Ng’ang’a- Journalism Student, Jewel College. The decision by a section of Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leaders to reject proposed coalition talks with the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) goes beyond internal party disagreement. It reflects deeper concerns about power, political identity, and the future of opposition politics in Kenya. …

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Tragedy in Kisumu as Four Brothers Drown in Quarry

Four brothers tragically lost their lives on Sunday evening after drowning while swimming in an open quarry in Kisumu. The siblings, aged 15, 13, 10 and 8, drowned in an abandoned quarry located near Kudho Primary School in the Kanyakwar area of Kisumu Central Sub-County. The quarry reportedly has deep …

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Opinion: How Politicians Use Crowds to Trick Your Mind

By: James Ng’ang’a- Journalism Student, Jewel College. Have you ever wondered why politicians always seem to appear in front of massive crowds, or why certain faces dominate your social media feeds during election season? Why does a packed rally make a candidate seem more popular, and can seeing a politician …

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Mathioya: Thief Breaks into Church While Naked, Steals Electronics

James Wambugu, vicar-in-charge of ACK St Mark’s Gitugi Church in Mathioya Constituency, reported a bizarre break-in on Saturday morning after receiving calls that the church doors had been tampered with. “When we rushed to the church, we discovered that several monitors had been stolen,” Wambugu said, describing the incident as …

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Ruto Pledges to Reduce Taxes and Transform Kenya

President William Ruto has assured Kenyans that his government is now positioned to reduce the cost of living, crediting earlier tough economic measures for stabilizing the nation’s finances. Speaking on Sunday at the official opening of the Africa Inland Church (AIC) Pipeline in Embakasi, Nairobi County, where he also attended …

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Huruma Erupts in Protests After Student Dies from Bullet

A 21-year-old student was shot dead under unclear circumstances in Huruma, Nairobi, sparking widespread unrest. The deceased, identified as Sheryl Adhiambo, was reportedly hit by a stray bullet on Saturday night in Huruma Ngei I as police pursued a suspected criminal in the area. Locals say the bullet came from …

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Omanga Dumps UDA, Joins United Opposition

Businesswoman and former nominated senator Millicent Omanga has officially severed ties with the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and announced her decision to align with the United Opposition. Omanga, once a staunch UDA supporter and a key ally of President William Ruto during the 2022 elections, has not yet revealed …

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Ruto Must Go: Kalonzo Doubles Down in US

Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has come out strongly in defence of the United Opposition’s “Ruto Must Go” slogan, describing it as a powerful call for change rather than an empty chant. Kalonzo dismissed claims by President William Ruto that the opposition lacks a clear agenda, insisting the coalition …

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Man Dies After Alleged Assault by Brother in Kakamega

Police are probing a series of separate incidents across the country, including the death of a man who succumbed to injuries following an alleged assault by his brother in Shinyalu, Kakamega County. According to investigators, 27-year-old Silas Abungana died on February 5, two days after he was reportedly attacked during …

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Another Police Recruit Dies During Training at Kiganjo

Authorities have launched investigations after yet another police recruit collapsed and died during training at the National Police Service College in Kiganjo, Nyeri County. The incident marks the fourth death involving police recruits since the latest intake began. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The deceased recruit has been …

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