The Lower Eastern Times

Murkomen: Gachagua Must Record Statement on al-Shabaab Allegations

Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen has called on former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to record a statement with security agencies over claims linking top leaders to meetings with al-Shabaab militants. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel While on a tour in the US, Gachagua alleged that a senior official met …

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List of Nairobi Roads Closed Today for CHAN Match

The National Police Service (NPS) has announced temporary road closures and diversions in Nairobi today, Sunday, August 10, 2025, due to the ongoing African Nations Championship (CHAN 2024). The measures aim to manage increased traffic and ensure public safety. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Key changes include: Full …

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Two Arrested with Elephant Tusks in Migori County

In a separate operation, a joint effort by the National Police Service and the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) led to the arrest of two suspects in the Namba area of Suna East Sub-County, Migori County, for possession of wildlife trophies. Authorities intercepted a blue Bajaj motorcycle carrying six elephant tusks …

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Two Suspected Gang Members Nabbed in Mombasa

Police in Mombasa have arrested two individuals believed to be gang members, following reports from concerned residents about armed youths loitering near Kadongo Stage in Kisauni. The suspects were apprehended late Wednesday night at around 11:45 pm after officers from Mjambere Police Station responded swiftly to the tip-off. Upon arriving …

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Bus Torched by Mob After Boda Boda Rider Dies in Donholm Accident

A crowd in Donholm, Nairobi, set a bus on fire following a deadly accident involving a boda boda rider. According to police, the bus fatally hit the rider, prompting an enraged mob to torch the vehicle. The incident occurred after the bus passengers and crew had managed to flee, authorities …

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Gov’t Cracks Down on Night-Time School Bus Travel

The government has launched a nationwide crackdown on school buses operating at night, citing widespread violations of the Traffic (Amendment) Act, 2017, according to Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The law, which restricts school transport to daylight hours, was enacted after a …

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Two Ghanaian Ministers among Eight Killed in Helicopter Crash

Ghana’s Defence Minister Edward Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed are among eight people who lost their lives in a military helicopter crash in the Ashanti region, a government spokesperson has confirmed. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, speaking at a press …

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Police: Avoid Thika Road Unless Heading to Kasarani

Motorists in Nairobi should brace for major traffic disruptions on Thursday as the African Nations Championship (CHAN) continues, with two key matches scheduled at Kasarani Stadium. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The highlight of the day will be the clash between Harambee Stars and Angola, following an earlier …

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Court Grants Wambui Nyutu Temporary Relief from NCIC Removal

Wambui Nyutu has been granted temporary protection by the High Court, allowing her to remain in her role as Vice Chairperson of the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) while legal proceedings challenging efforts to remove her continue. On August 6, 2025, Justice Bahati Mwamuye issued interim conservatory orders preventing …

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