The Lower Eastern Times

Gachagua Unveils DCP Candidate for Emurua Dikirr Showdown

Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has unveiled Vincent Kibet as the party’s candidate for the upcoming Emurua Dikirr parliamentary by-election. During a ceremony at the party headquarters on Tuesday, Gachagua presented Kibet with the nomination certificate and called on constituents to support his bid. Click here …

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“Rest Easy, My Beautiful Girl,” KPA Boss Ruto Says in Emotional Tribute

Kenya Ports Authority Managing Director Captain William Ruto was overcome with emotion on Tuesday as he paid tribute to his daughter, Mitchelle Jelimo, during a church service at CITAM Nyali in Mombasa County. Mitchelle lost her life in a road accident in Taita Taveta County on April 3, 2026. Click …

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Gachagua Defies Threats, Confirms Kikuyu Rally

Rigathi Gachagua, leader of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), has confirmed that a public rally will take place in Kikuyu township on Saturday, April 11, 2026. In a statement posted on his social media pages, Gachagua said he met leaders from Kikuyu constituency who invited him to speak …

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Is Cameroon Becoming a Family Empire?

Cameroon’s long-time president, Paul Biya, has appointed his son, Franck Emmanuel Biya, as Vice President in a move that is stirring intense debate over succession and the state of democracy in the country. The appointment, confirmed through a presidential decree dated April 4, places Franck Biya in one of the …

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Trump Threatens to Destroy Iran ‘overnight’

US President Donald Trump has threatened to destroy Iran “overnight” if it fails to reach a deal before a deadline he has set for Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping lane in the world. Trump’s deadline for reaching a “deal” – which includes free oil transit …

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Football Transfer News Across Europe 7th April, 2026

Liverpool are on the verge of signing a new deal after Real Madrid showed their willingness to sell France midfielder Eduardo Camavinga, 23, who has long been a target for the Anfield club. (L’Equipe) Barcelona and Juventus are among the clubs interested in signing Manchester City and Portugal midfielder Bernardo …

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227 Stolen Phones Recovered in Kawangware and Riruta.

Police in Nairobi have apprehended two suspects and recovered a large haul of electronic devices believed to have been stolen during an operation conducted in Kawangware and Riruta. According to a report logged at Muthangari Police Station (OB No. 3/06/04/2026 at 0043 hours), officers acted on intelligence that led to …

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UDA’s Omar Calls for Gachagua’s Arrest Over Oil Saga Claims

UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar has urged investigative agencies to detain former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua following his controversial remarks on the oil importation scandal. Speaking on Monday, Omar alleged that Gachagua’s claims are being driven by individuals linked to the disputed oil deal, which has already seen several senior …

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Olekina Says He Has What It Takes to Be ODM SG

Narok Senator Ledama Olekina has expressed his readiness to assume the influential role of Secretary General in the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), amid the party’s ongoing disciplinary proceedings against the current officeholder, Edwin Sifuna. In an interview with Nairobi Review, Olekina clarified that he has not been formally nominated for …

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KPA Boss Capt Ruto’s Daughter to Be Laid to Rest on Friday at Kabarak

The family of Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) Managing Director, Captain William Ruto, has announced that his daughter, Mitchell Jelimo Kemboi, will be buried on Friday, April 10, at their Kabarak home in Nakuru County. Jelimo tragically lost her life in a car accident last Friday in Taveta, Taita Taveta County. …

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