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NAIROBI— Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has firmly defended the location of a proposed multi-agency security installation, asserting that the site lies squarely within Wajir County and not in Marsabit’s Moyale Constituency as alleged. In a statement to Parliament responding to concerns raised by Moyale MP Prof. Guyo Jaldesa, CS
Osman Nur Family Endorses Dr. Omar Jibril Mohamed for Mandera North MP Seat
MANDERA — In a major boost to his 2027 parliamentary bid, Dr. Omar Jibril Mohamed, a seasoned disaster management expert, has received the formal endorsement of the Osman Nur family, a prominent branch of the Jibrael sub-clan in Mandera North Constituency. The endorsement, announced during a community gathering on Tuesday,
Kenyans in UK Bid Farewell to Ambassador Dr Joseph Warui Following His Posting to Russia
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Seasoned Disaster Management Expert Dr. Omar Jibril Mohamed Throws Hat into Ring for Mandera North MP Seat in 2027
MANDERA— Dr. Omar Jibril Mohamed, a respected professional with over two decades of experience in disaster management, public health, and sustainable development, has officially announced his bid for the Mandera North parliamentary seat in the 2027 General Elections. The announcement marks Dr. Omar’s renewed push for the constituency, where he
Mashariki Cooperation Conference Opens in Kenya with Focus on Intelligence for Peace
Kwale County – The largest security conference ever held on African soil kicked off on Thursday in the coastal town of Diani, Kwale County, bringing together high-level delegates from across the globe. The Mashariki Cooperation Conference has attracted participants from 98 countries, alongside major international and regional security organizations and
Airlines Raise Fares as Global Jet Fuel Crisis Deepens from Middle East Conflict
NAIROBI— Several airlines have announced modest airfare increases effective April 10, 2026, citing persistent disruptions in global fuel supply. I-Fly Air and Renegade Air informed passengers of the adjustments, emphasizing efforts to minimize changes while upholding safety and service standards. In its advisory, I-Fly Air stated: “There will be a
Former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju Charged with Giving False Information to Public Officer
NAIROBI– The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has formally charged former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju with giving false information to a public officer, an offence that prosecutors say undermines public trust in law enforcement. Tuju was arraigned yesterday before Chief Magistrate Stella Atambo at the Kibera Law Courts. He faced
Kenya Reaffirms Strong Commitment to Global Police Cooperation at INTERPOL Conference
FRANCE— Kenya has reiterated its dedication to international policing collaboration during the ongoing INTERPOL Heads of National Central Bureaus (NCBs) Conference in Lyon, France (8–10 April 2026). Speaking on behalf of the country, outgoing Head of NCB Nairobi, Mr. Ibrahim Jillo (AIG), accompanied by Mr. Lawrence Some (CP), expressed deep
‘ The Beautiful Ugly Village’: Raw Portrait of Mandera’s Pain, Resilience, and Unbreakable Spirit
MANDERA– In a powerful new book that refuses to shy away from uncomfortable truths, author Abdinoor Maalim (popularly known as Samir) has unveiled the complex soul of Mandera County through his debut work, “The Beautiful Ugly Village – Mandera”. Set for release in April, the book offers a haunting yet
Ruto Delivering for North Eastern: Duale Hails Airstrip Upgrade and New Tana River Bridge as Game-Changers for Garissa
GARISSA— Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has praised President William Ruto’s deliberate focus on equitable development, saying once-marginalized regions like North Eastern are steadily being transformed into hubs of opportunity. Speaking on the ongoing infrastructure push in Garissa County, Duale highlighted two flagship projects that underscore the government’s commitment to
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