The Lower Eastern Times

Maraga: I’m Ready to Team Up with Opposition to Fight Corruption

Former Chief Justice David Maraga has expressed his willingness to collaborate with opposition leaders ahead of the 2027 General Elections. He stated that any potential partnerships would focus on combating corruption and upholding the rule of law. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking in Embu during a county …

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Court Set to Hear Petition Against Ruto-Sakaja Cooperation Deal

The High Court of Kenya has issued urgent directions in a constitutional petition challenging a newly signed cooperation agreement between the National Government and the Nairobi City County Government. The agreement, signed on February 17, 2026, by Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi on behalf of the National Executive and Governor …

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MPs Block TikTok Ban in Kenya— But Tough New Rules Are Coming

A parliamentary committee has dismissed proposals to completely ban TikTok in Kenya, warning that such action would violate constitutional rights and hurt the country’s digital economy. Instead, legislators are backing tougher regulations that would require TikTok and similar platforms to store Kenyan users’ data within the country and adhere strictly …

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Four Relatives Held over Killing of Elderly Father in Nakuru

Police in Bahati, Nakuru County, have arrested four family members in connection with the death of their 73-year-old father. Peter Mwangi died while receiving treatment after he was reportedly attacked inside his home on February 15. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Officers who responded to the scene recovered …

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Luka Kipchumba Kimeli Named New KeNHA Director General

The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has appointed Luka Kipchumba Kimeli as its Director General, with his tenure taking effect from February 17, 2026. The decision was announced by the Authority’s Board of Directors after consultations with the Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport. Click here to join our WhatsApp …

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Edwin Sifuna Faults Ruto–Sakaja Pact, Says Senate Was Left Out

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has urged that the cooperation agreement signed on February 17 between William Ruto and Johnson Sakaja be suspended, arguing that his office was excluded from consultations before it was finalised. Addressing the media on February 18, Sifuna said the deal disregards constitutional provisions and weakens the …

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Man, Woman Rescued After Car Swept away By Floods in Ruai

A man and a woman were dramatically saved on Tuesday evening after their car was carried off by fast-flowing floodwaters in Ruai, Nairobi, following heavy rains that battered the city and surrounding areas. Footage widely shared on social media shows several men braving the rushing water to reach a saloon …

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All Eyes on LSK as Lawyers Prepare to Vote

The countdown to the much-awaited Law Society of Kenya (LSK) elections has begun, with the polls set for February 19, 2026. The official campaign window closes today, wrapping up weeks of vigorous outreach and lobbying efforts by aspirants aiming to steer the legal profession. Click here to join our WhatsApp …

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European Football Transfer News Tuesday 17th Feb, 2026

Manchester United are considering signing Argentine midfielder Alexis Mac Allister, 27, from Liverpool after reports suggested he is set to leave Anfield this summer. (Star) Manchester City would prefer to loan England goalkeeper James Trafford, 23, rather than sell him this summer, with Leeds, Aston Villa and Newcastle all showing …

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Shock in Nyeri as Suspect Found Dead in Police Cell

The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has launched investigations into the death of a defilement suspect who was discovered dead in police cells in Nyeri. Police identified the deceased as 47-year-old Lawrence Wangai, who was found in the bathroom area of the cells on the afternoon of February 15, 2026. …

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