Northern Kenya MPs Slam Ruto’s State of the Nation Address as ‘Tone-Deaf’ to Regional Woes
NAIROBI— A coalition of North-Eastern Parliamentarians (NEP) boycotted President William Ruto’s third State of the Nation Address on Thursday, branding it a glaring omission of Kenya’s arid north—In what many termed as fiery display of regional discontent. Delivered amid heightened security at Parliament Buildings, Ruto’s speech painted an optimistic portrait
DCI, ICRC Commit to Deeper Collaboration on Justice and Humanitarian Priorities
NAIROBI— The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has pledged to strengthen its partnership with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) following a high-level meeting at DCI Headquarters on Thursday. DCI Director Mr. Mohamed I. Amin hosted Ms. Marie Dubeau, Head of the ICRC Nairobi Regional Delegation, for a
NEP Leaders Led by CS Duale and MP Keynan Unite with Bahgeri Community for Coronation of Sultan Abdirahman Sultan Hussein
WAJIR — Leaders from North Eastern Province (NEP) have converged at Shalete Primary School in Wajir County on Sunday for the coronation of Sultan Abdirahman Sultan Hussein, the new leader of the Bahgeri sub-clan. The ceremony, attended by thousands, underscored the enduring role of traditional institutions in fostering unity and
CS Aden Duale Reflects on ODM Roots, Honors Late Raila Odinga on Party’s 20th Anniversary
NAIROBI — Cabinet Secretary for Health Aden Duale has opened up about his intertwined political journey with the party that launched his career while paying homage to its iconic leader, the late Raila Odinga on Friday. “For the Record,” Duale titled his reflective statement, reminiscing how ODM’s founding two decades
Garissa Residents Urged to Elect Visionary Leadership Ahead of 2027 Polls
By Harun Igalow GARISSA— As the 2027 general election approaches, a call has been made for Garissa residents to prioritize visionary and accountable leadership capable of transforming the county’s fortunes. In a detailed statement, opinion leaders emphasized that the prosperity of Garissa County and the well-being of its people depend
High Court Dismisses Petition Against UDA’s Ahmed Maalim Hassan in Banisa By-Election, Clears Path for November 27 Poll
NAIROBI — High Court has dismissed the election petition filed against United Democratic Alliance (UDA) candidate Ahmed Maalim Hassan for the Banisa parliamentary by-election on Thursday, paving the way for the November 27 vote to proceed unhindered. The case, lodged by Banisa voter Mohamedin Mohamed on October 24, accused Hassan
Eldas MP Adan Keynan Mourns Colleague Mohamed Tubi, Hailing Him as Visionary Leader
NAIROBI – The Kenyan political landscape plunged into grief today following the sudden death of Isiolo South Member of Parliament Mohamed Tubi Bidu, prompting heartfelt tributes from fellow lawmakers, including Eldas MP Adan Keynan, who described the late legislator as a “true servant of the people.” INNA LILLAHI WA INAA
Northern Kenya MPs Slam Government Over ‘Unexplained’ Delays in Isiolo-Mandera Road Project
NAIROBI – In a heated parliamentary session, Eldas MP Adan Keynan has called on the government to deliver “truthful, accurate, fair, and consistent” updates on the beleaguered Isiolo-Mandera highway, accusing lingering bureaucratic forces of perpetuating decades of neglect in Northern Kenya. The 750-kilometer mega-project, touted as a game-changer for the
Outrage in Northern Kenya: Leaders Demand Return of Orphaned Giraffes Translocated to Nanyuki Sanctuary
WAJIR— A storm of condemnation has erupted in Northern Kenya after the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) secretly relocated two orphaned reticulated giraffes—endangered Somali subspecies—from Wajir County to a private sanctuary in Nanyuki, sparking accusations of unlawful marginalization and betrayal of community-led conservation efforts. Wajir South MP Mohamed Adow led the
Mandera Needs Development, Not Handouts: Ex-Senator Mumad Slams Governor Khalif Over Cash Distributions
MANDERA— Former Mandera Senator Eng. Mohamed Mohamud, popularly known as Mumad, has accused Governor Mohamed Adan Khalif of squandering public funds on desperate cash handouts to buy voter loyalty ahead of the 2027 elections. Mumad, a prominent critic of the county’s leadership, issued the statement on social media late Friday,
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