The Lower Eastern Times

Gulf Energy to Take Over Tullow Oil’s Kenyan Assets After Sale Agreement

Auron Energy E&P Limited, a company linked to Gulf Energy in Kenya, is set to acquire Tullow Oil’s Kenyan operations following the signing of a sale and purchase agreement. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The agreement, signed with Tullow Overseas Holdings BV — the parent company of Tullow’s …

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NCIC Vice Chair Wambui Nyutu Dismissed Over Political Involvement

The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has dismissed its Vice Chairperson, Wambui Nyutu, citing her continued engagement in partisan political activities, which the Commission says breaches her oath of office and legal obligations. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel In a statement released on Tuesday, NCIC Chair Rev. …

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KRB Releases Sh3.7 Billion to Counties for Road Maintenance

The Kenya Roads Board (KRB) has disbursed Sh3.7 billion to all 47 counties in the 2024/2025 financial year to support the repair and maintenance of roads and bridges. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The funds, drawn from the Road Maintenance Levy Fund (RMLF)—financed by an Sh18 per litre …

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Governor Wanga: No Regrets Over Backing Ruto’s Government

Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga has reiterated ODM’s commitment to working with President William Ruto and the Kenya Kwanza administration, emphasizing that their decision to collaborate is based on the country’s development interests. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking on July 21, 2025, Wanga said the party has …

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US Justice Department Seeks Meeting with Ghislaine Maxwell in Epstein Probe

The U.S. Justice Department has requested a meeting with Ghislaine Maxwell, longtime associate of the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, to gather information as pressure mounts for further disclosures in the case. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche stated the department intends to ask Maxwell, …

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Nairobi at Risk as Climate Data Falls Short

A critical lack of reliable climate data is threatening efforts to build Nairobi’s resilience against climate change, according to researchers from the Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI). Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking at a forum on urban planning and climate resilience in Nairobi, SEI experts stressed that poor …

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Four Arrested with Dik-dik Carcasses in Wajir

Four individuals have been arrested in Dasheg, Wajir East sub-county, after being found with dried carcasses of dik-diks, according to the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS). Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Wajir KWS Warden Jamaal Abdirashid said the suspects were apprehended on Monday in a sting operation involving unmarked …

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Natembeya Returns to Office After Two-Month Court-Imposed Ban

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has resumed duties at his main office in Kitale following the end of a two-month court-ordered restriction. The ban stemmed from a court ruling on May 20, when Natembeya was released on a Sh1 million bond or a Sh500,000 cash bail in connection with corruption …

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Kisumu: Man Stabbed to Death in Dispute Over Girlfriend at a Funeral

An 18-year-old man was stabbed to death during a confrontation over a girlfriend at a funeral in Karateng village, Maseno area of Kisumu County. According to police, the victim, identified as Collins Hongo, was involved in a dispute with another man during the funeral on July 19. The altercation escalated, …

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Maraga Raises Over Sh500,000 in 48 Hours Through Campaign Website

Former Chief Justice David Maraga has launched an online fundraising platform to support his 2027 presidential bid, framing it as a citizen-driven effort to “Reset, Restore, and Rebuild Kenya.” Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The website, davidmaraga.com, invites Kenyans to contribute as little as Sh50. Within just 48 …

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