The Lower Eastern Times

OCS Talam Placed Under Tight Security in Custody Over Safety Concerns

Nairobi Central Police Station OCS Samson Talam has been placed under enhanced security measures while in custody amid concerns that he could be targeted or harmed in connection with the controversial death of teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Talam is currently being held …

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Muturi Endorses DP Candidate as Mbeere North By-Election Race Heats Up

A political contest is brewing in Embu County as major parties gear up for the Mbeere North parliamentary by-election, triggered by Geoffrey Ruku’s recent appointment as Cabinet Secretary for Public Service. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Former Public Service CS Justin Muturi, in collaboration with Devolution Empowerment Party …

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Gachagua: Ruto Ordered 101-Member Killer Squad

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has made explosive claims alleging the existence of a covert police unit reportedly formed under the directive of President William Ruto. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking during a church service in Kirinyaga County, Gachagua alleged that the secretive team comprises 101 specially …

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Kindiki: Pray for Leaders, Even If You Disagree with Them

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has encouraged Kenyans to pray for their leaders, regardless of political or ideological differences. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel While addressing worshippers on Sunday at AIC Nairagie Enkare in Narok East, Kindiki emphasized the importance of supporting leaders through prayer, saying their success translates …

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Kilifi Governor Gideon Mung’aro’s Father Dies

Kilifi Governor Gideon Maitha Mung’aro has announced the passing of his father, Gideon Baya Mung’aro Senior, on Sunday—an emotional loss that coincided with Father’s Day. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel In a heartfelt message shared on social media, Governor Mung’aro reflected on their life together, describing the day …

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Two Nabbed in Bungoma with Elephant Tusks

Two individuals were arrested in Bungoma while attempting to traffic elephant tusks, thanks to a joint operation by officers from Cheptais Police Station and the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) team from Kitale. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel According to the National Police Service (NPS), the suspects were intercepted …

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Three Dead, Eight Injured in Kinangop Crash

A devastating accident early Sunday morning left three people dead and eight others injured after a speeding vehicle plowed into a police-led rescue operation at Chuma, about three kilometers from Kinangop Police Station. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel A police report (OB No. 02/15/06/2025) indicated that the incident …

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Forex Reserves Hit Record $10.94B – CBK

Kenya’s foreign exchange reserves continued their upward trend this week, increasing by $357 million to hit an all-time high of approximately $10.94 billion, according to the Central Bank of Kenya’s (CBK) weekly financial markets report released Friday evening. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The CBK noted that this …

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CS Wandayi Unveils Electrification Project in Siaya

Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi on Saturday inaugurated new rural electrification projects in Siaya County, reinforcing the government’s commitment to expanding electricity access nationwide. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The events, which took place in Rang’ala and Sigomere areas of Ugunja Constituency, were met with celebrations …

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Pilot Killed in Kwale Crash Had Led KDF Flypast on Madaraka Day

The two Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) officers who died in Saturday’s plane crash in Kwale County have been identified as Major Evander Ochieng Amondi and Lieutenant DM Nzuva. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The crash occurred on June 14, 2025, shortly after their fixed-wing aircraft went down in …

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