Author: By Osinde Obare

Opposition warns against police brutality during Saba Saba memorial

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Opposition leaders Eugene Wamalwa and Kalonzo Musyoka addressing rally at Kimilili market in Bungoma county on July 4, 2025. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard] Opposition leaders have issued a warning to the government regarding the use of police force to intimidate youths during the upcoming Saba memorial on Monday. Wrapping up their two-day tour of the Western region in Kitale, the leaders vowed to monitor the events closely across the county and cautioned the Kenya Kwanza administration against using violent means to disrupt the peaceful gatherings. “We will observe the Saba Saba meetings on Monday, and any attempt by the police to…

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'Commando' returns: Governor Natembeya receives heroic welcome in Kitale

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Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya’s convoy arrived in Kakamega town on Monday, May 26, 2025. Natembeya received a warm reception in Kakamega, telling his supporters that he is a  Luhya King pin. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard] Trans-Nzoia Governor George Natembeya received a heroic welcome in Kitale yesterday. Hundreds of residents braved heavy rains as they waited for Natembeya, who had been in Nairobi since he was arraigned in court on charges of abuse of office. Excited crowds lined the busy Kitale–Bungoma highway to welcome the governor, popularly known as ‘Commando’. Transport along the highway was paralysed as hundreds of jubilant traders…

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I am best suitable leader to succeed President William Ruto, says Wetangula

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National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula addressing the gathering during his visit to the late IEBC Chairman Wafula Chebukati’s residence in Kitale. [Courtesy, Standard] National Assembly speaker Moses Wetangula has claimed he is the best suited leader from Western Kenya to succeed President William Ruto. Wetangula, who is also Ford Kenya leader, said serving as third in command in the Kenya kwanza administration puts him in a better chance to inherit President Ruto. He believes Ruto will win a second term and later set the stage for him to ascend to the country’s top office. Speaking in Kikwameti village Trans Nzoia…

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I am best fit to succeed Ruto, says Wetangula

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National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula addressing the gathering during his visit to the late IEBC Chairman Wafula Chebukati’s residence in Kitale. [Courtesy, Standard] National Assembly speaker Moses Wetangula has claimed he is the best suited leader from Western Kenya to succeed President William Ruto. Wetangula, who is also Ford Kenya leader, said serving as third in command in the Kenya kwanza administration puts him in a better chance to inherit President Ruto. He believes Ruto will win a second term and later set the stage for him to ascend to the country’s top office. Speaking in Kikwameti village Trans Nzoia…

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Natembeya vows not to succumb to intimidation, impeachment threats

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Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya when he appeared before the Senate’s Committee on Education to deliberate on the implementation status of ECDE and TVET policies in the county. November 26th, 2024. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has vowed not to succumb to intimidation or impeachment threats aimed at silencing his criticism of the Kenya Kwanza government. Defending his remarks as positive and constructive, Natembeya said he was ready to face any political consequences. He dismissed those plotting to remove or jail him, saying only the electorate has the mandate to remove him from office. “Don’t use impeachment…

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