Tag Archives: The Lower Eastern Times

Police Hunt for Nakuru Pastor Who Stabbed Wife, Church Disowns Him

Police in Nakuru are on the lookout for Pastor Elias Njau of the Jesus Crusaders Ministry Church, who is accused of stabbing his partner, Florence Wanjiku, at their home in Kiamunyi, Rongai Sub-County, on Thursday night. According to reports, Njau fled the scene after the violent attack, leaving Wanjiku critically …

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Suspect Arrested Over Fatal Shooting in Eastleigh

  A 27-year-old man was arrested on Friday in connection with the deadly shooting of 25-year-old Abdirahim Abdullahi Ibrahim in Nairobi’s Eastleigh area on November 9, 2024. The arrest followed an intelligence-led operation in the Kiambiu slums. Police say the suspect is also linked to the killing of Police Constable …

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Putin Says Ukraine War is Going Global

President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that the Ukraine war was escalating towards a global conflict after the United States and Britain allowed Ukraine to hit Russia with their weapons, and warned the West that Moscow could strike back. Russia, Putin said, had responded to the use of U.S. and British missiles by firing a …

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FKF To Hold Repeat Elections In Three Counties Tomorrow

By: KNA The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) will hold repeat elections tomorrow, Saturday, November 23, 2024, in Garissa, Kitui, and Vihiga counties for various positions. According to FKF Electoral Board Chairman, Mr. Hesbon Owilla, the elections have been necessitated by ties in the positions of Treasurer and Youth Representative in …

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WhatsApp Introduces Voice Message Transcription Feature

WhatsApp has unveiled a new update that enables users to transcribe voice messages into text. Announced on November 21, 2024, this feature offers a convenient option for users who are unable to listen to voice notes immediately. “Transcripts for voice messages are rolling out now! If you can’t listen right …

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US Seeks Clarity on Besigye’s Alleged Abduction in Nairobi

The United States has demanded transparency regarding the reported abduction of Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye in Nairobi and his subsequent forced return to Uganda. The U.S. State Department’s Bureau of African Affairs emphasized the need for a full and transparent explanation of the events surrounding Besigye’s detention, stating it …

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Sakaja Promises to Address Nairobi’s Poor Road Conditions

Nairobi Governor Sakaja Johnson has assured residents that his administration is dedicated to fixing the city’s deteriorating roads, which have been neglected for several months. In a meeting with the Senate’s County Public Accounts and Investments Committee (CPAIC), Sakaja confirmed that talks with the National Government had resulted in a …

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Ruto Renames SHIF to Taifa Care

President William Ruto has officially rebranded the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) to Taifa Care, highlighting its essential role in ensuring Universal Health Coverage (UHC) for all Kenyans. During his State of the Nation Address on Thursday, the president expressed confidence that the new model would deliver efficient and effective …

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Bungoma: 88-Year-Old Dies After Bee Attack

An 88-year-old man has died after being attacked by bees in Bungoma County. The incident has cast a shadow over Nabing’enge village in Milima Ward. According to locals, Alfred Muchele was attacked by bees and died early Friday morning while receiving treatment at Naitiri Hospital, as shared by Patrick Wekesa, …

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IG Kanja Responds to Bishops’ Concerns Over Abductions and Femicide

Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has addressed the concerns raised by the Catholic Bishops regarding the rising cases of abductions, torture, killings, and the increasing number of women being murdered in Kenya. In response to the wave of kidnappings, Kanja reassured the public that the National Police Service is …

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