The Lower Eastern Times

Six Suspects Arrested over Roysambu Death

Police in Kasarani are holding six suspects in connection with the mysterious death of Victor Mwangi, who died in the early hours of Sunday along Lumumba Drive, Roysambu. Preliminary autopsy results show he succumbed to blunt force trauma, with multiple injuries across his chest, face, and legs. Click here to …

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Slain Lawyer Mbobu Remembered as Loving, Caring by Family

The family of Nairobi lawyer Mathew Kyalo Mbobu, who was gunned down on Tuesday evening along Magadi Road, has remembered him as a loving, peaceful, and caring man whose life was cut short in a brutal shooting. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Police say the killing was a …

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Several Hurt in Crash at Kijabe Junction

Multiple people were injured on Wednesday afternoon after a Hilux pickup and a lorry collided head-on at Kijabe Junction along the Nairobi–Nakuru highway. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The impact left both vehicles badly damaged, with the Hilux bearing the brunt as its bonnet was completely torn off. …

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Wiper Schedules National Delegates Congress For October 10

The Wiper Democratic Movement has announced plans to hold its National Delegates Congress (NDC) on October 10, 2025, at The Jockey Club, Ngong Racecourse, Nairobi, beginning at 9:00 a.m. In a notice dated September 10 and signed by Secretary General Senator Shakila Abdalla, the party outlined the agenda and instructions …

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Tension High in Marsabit After boda boda Rider Killed

Marsabit town was thrown into chaos after a boda boda rider was fatally attacked near the PACIDA offices in Manyatta Ginda around 10 p.m. The assailants reportedly stabbed him multiple times on the neck, ribs, and back in what police suspect was an attempted motorcycle theft that failed. Click here …

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Cherargei Explains Push for 7-Year Presidential Term

Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has defended his controversial proposal to extend Kenya’s presidential term limit from five to seven years. The Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill, 2024 — which sought to lengthen both presidential and parliamentary terms — was rejected following widespread public backlash. President William Ruto’s UDA …

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LSK Demands Speedy Probe into Mbobu Murder

The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has strongly condemned the murder of prominent lawyer Mathew Kyalo Mbobu, who was gunned down on Tuesday evening along Magadi Road in Nairobi in what investigators suspect was a targeted hit. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel LSK president Faith Odhiambo described the …

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Mombasa Traders Push for Lower Licence Fees to ease SME Burden

Small-scale traders in Mombasa are calling on the county government to review and reduce business licence fees, saying the current rates are too steep for struggling SMEs. Although the county recently merged most permits into a single business licence to simplify registration, traders argue that the new system has come …

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Governor Wavinya Suspends 36 Staff Over Graft

Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti on Monday, September 8, suspended 36 county staff members accused of involvement in corruption. Addressing the press, she said the decision was aimed at reinforcing accountability and protecting public resources. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel “This firm action underscores our commitment to integrity and …

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Senate Calls for Public Participation on Constitution (Amendment) Bill, 2025

The Senate has invited Kenyans to submit their views on the Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which seeks to strengthen devolution, redefine parliamentary roles, and improve service delivery. The Bill proposes to elevate the Senate to equal status with the National Assembly by ensuring most legislation is debated and …

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