- Cabinet Secretary for Defence Aden Duale has cleared the air over General Francis Ogolla‘s involvement in the election exercise at the Bomas of Kenya on August 15, 2022. Before he was appointed Chief of Defense Forces, President William Ruto said he sanctioned the appointment despite Ogolla’s…
- A section of the Azimio la Umoja – One Kenya coalition leaders have called on the government to expedite investigations on the death of Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla. Addressing mourners during the funeral ceremony of General Ogolla held in Ng’iya, Siaya county on Sunday,…
- Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga has called for a probe into the death of departed Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla. Speaking during the burial of Ogolla in Ng’iya, Siaya County, Oburu requested the fallen General’s son Joel Rabuku to allow investigations into his father’s death. “I…
- General Francis Ogolla’s son Joel Rabuku Omondi Ogolla has defended President William Ruto against the public over speculations that the two had a strained relationship. Speaking during General Ogolla’s burial ceremony in Ngi’ya, Siaya County, Joel said that his father had a very close working…
- Departed Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla had given instructions to his sister Peres Onyango and the entire family regarding his burial after his death. Speaking during the burial ceremony in Ng’iya in Siaya, Peres revealed that the fallen General gave three instructions before…
- Several parts of Nairobi have been marooned by floods following heavy rains experienced on Saturday night. Several roads, including Mombasa Road, Raila Odinga Road and other major roads in South C, Kangundo Road, Parklands and neighbouring counties including Machakos and Kajiado also recorded…
- Departed Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla will be buried on Sunday, April 21, 2024. The remains of the late Ogolla landed at the Kisumu International Airport at around 8:15 am, from where the journey to his rural home in Siaya started by road. The remains will be driven to Obama…
- After months of delay and increasingly dire warnings, the US House of Representatives approved Ksh. 8 Trillion- $61bn in new aid to Ukraine by a comfortable margin. The passage is a big win for Ukraine, which has been desperate for new military supplies to stave off a Russian offensive that is…
- Different leaders of the nation and across the world on Saturday turned up for the military honours and memorial service for Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Francis Omondi Ogolla. The memorial service held at the Ulinzi Sports Complex Stadium in Lang’ata, Nairobi was a private military affair closed…
- President William Ruto, his deputy Rigathi Gachagua, and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi have eulogised General Francis Ogolla as an epitome of humility. The leaders, members of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) and dignitaries converged at the Ulinzi Sports Complex for General Ogolla’s…
- President William Ruto has explained why he settled on General Francis Ogolla as his first Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) when he got into office. Ruto opened up during General Ogolla’s memorial service at the Ulinzi Sports Complex in Lang’ata. Ogolla died on Thursday, April 17, following an air…
- Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla’s son, Joel Omondi, has announced that his father’s body currently lying in a casket will be wrapped in sheets before being laid to the ground. Addressing mourners at the Ulinzi Sports Complex Stadium in Lang’ata on Saturday, April 20, 2024, the…
- Azimio la Umoja – One Kenya coalition leader Raila Odinga has defended the late Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla against claims that he attempted to manipulate the 2022 election results. Speaking during the general’s memorial at Ulinzi Sports Complex stadium in Lang’ata, Nairobi…
- A 12-year-old grade six girl, a pupil at Chelambut primary school in Kipyaor location in Tinderet, Nandi County died following an accident while grinding maize at a posho mill. According to a statement by Kapkatet village elder Francis Koskei, the girl was dressed in Maasai leso which is suspected…
- The owner of Porkies Club in Thika Paul Boiyo alias Sheki and five others are guilty of the murder of former Juja MP George Thuo, the High Court ruled. Judge Roselyne Korir on Friday, April 19, 2024, convicted Boiyo together with Thuo’s aide Christopher Andika alias Lumba, DJs Andrew Wainaina,…
- The 68-year-old man whose corpse was wheeled into a bank by his niece trying to get a loan was malnourished and may have been poisoned, officials said. An autopsy, obtained by Brazilian news outlet Metrópoles on Wednesday, showed that Paulo Braga’s death was caused by ‘bronchoaspiration and heart…
- Kenya Power issued a notice informing Kenyans of a scheduled blackout on Saturday, April 20, 2024. The utility firm in the notice on its website said that the power interruption is necessary to facilitate maintenance and upgrade of power lines to the network. “Notice is hereby given under Rule 27…
- A man has set himself on fire outside the court in Manhattan where former President Donald Trump’s hush-money trial is being held. The man doused himself in a liquid before throwing conspiracy-theory pamphlets into the air, police said. His motive is unknown and police responded to the scene. Trump…
- The family of the late Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla has revealed that the deceased planned his burial way before his death which happened on April 18, 2024. Speaking to the media from his ancestral home in Mor village, Alego Usonga, Siaya County, CDF Ogolla’s elder brother…
- Azimio la Umoja One Kenya alliance principal Kalonzo Musyoka has raised questions concerning the last assignment by departed Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla. In a statement on Friday, April 19, 2024, Kalonzo called on the State to provide proper security and medical attention…
- Azimio la Umoja One Kenya alliance principal Kalonzo Musyoka has raised questions concerning the last assignment by departed Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla. In a statement on Friday, April 19, 2024, Kalonzo called on the State to provide proper security and medical attention…
- Azimio la Umoja One Kenya alliance leader Raila Odinga has called for a thorough investigation into the chopper accident that claimed the life of departed Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla. In a statement on April 19, 2024, Raila condoled with the family of General Ogolla and the…
- The news of the demise of Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Omondi Ogolla sent shockwaves across the country for a better part of Thursday, April 18, 2024. Ogolla tragically lost his life alongside nine other military officials in a helicopter crash in Sindar area, Kaben location, Tot…
- British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK) has issued condolences to the departed Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla. In a statement on Friday, April 19, 2024, BATUK expressed sincere condolence to the entire republic, describing Ogolla as a gallant military personnel. “We offer our…
- The untimely demise of Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla has plunged his family, community, and nation into mourning. Recounting their last moments with him, Ogolla’s family, led by his eldest sister, Peres Anyango, expressed profound grief and disbelief. “The death of Ogolla my…
- The Green Belt Movement alongside the Law Society of Kenya has demanded Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja reconsider his plans to build a nightclub at Uhuru Park. In a formal demand letter dated Friday, April 19, and directly addressed to Governor Sakaja, the groups expressed their concerns regarding…
- Retired Chief Justice Willy Mutunga has called for thorough investigations into the helicopter crash that claimed the lives of Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla and nine other military officers. Through his X account on Friday, April 19, Mutunga noted the importance of shedding…
- Departed Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla will be laid to rest at his home in Mor, Alego Usonga, Siaya County on Sunday, April 21, 2024. His family confirmed the latest saying that Ogolla had indicated in his will that he should be buried within 72 hours when he died. The burial…
- Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has raised concerns over the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla and 9 other military officials. Through his X account, the MP pointed out questions seeking clarification and accountability regarding the…
- Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has weighed in on Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla’s shocking demise. In his statement shared via his official X account, Khalwale demanded that the government conduct a thorough review of the conditions of the state-owned aircraft. Khalwale…
- Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta has led other high-ranking Kenyans in mourning the death of General Francis Ogolla that occurred on Thursday, April 18, 2024. Ogolla, alongside other officials, died after a helicopter they were flying in crashed in Chesegon in West Pokot. Uhuru said the demise of…
- Tension is high in Emuhaya sub-county, Vihiga county after a dreaded gang killed a night watchman and trader. The criminals are said to have attacked the night guard who was guarding a shop at Emakakha village market in North East Bunyore ward and killed him using machetes. They then broke into the…
- Deputy Director of Programmes, Public Policy and President’s Priority Initiatives Pius Chirchir has been charged with abuse of office and attempting to commit a felony. In a statement by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), the senior government official stands accused of demanding a 2…
- Kenya Power on Thursday announced a scheduled blackout that will affect three counties today. In a statement, the utility firm confirmed that counties that will be affected include Nairobi, Machakos and Kiambu. The named counties will experience an 8-hour blackout starting from 9 am to 5 pm. “Good…
- President William Ruto has declared a three-day mourning period to honour Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Francis Ogolla. General Ogolla, 61, along with other senior military officers, lost their lives following a helicopter crash that occurred in Chesegon, an area between West Pokot and…
- Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Francis Ogolla has died in a chopper crash at the Kaben-Cheptulel border between Elgeyo Marakwet and West Pokot Counties. President William Ruto has made the sad announcement from State House. “I’m deeply saddened to announce the passing on of General Francis Omondi…
- President William Ruto has convened an urgent meeting of the National Security Council at State House Nairobi following a Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) chopper crash. This was confirmed by State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed through a statement on X. Mohamed, however, did not share elaborate…
- The government has asked Kenyans to stay calm following reports that a chopper belonging to the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) had crashed. In a statement, government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura asked Kenyans to avoid speculations regarding the crash, promising to issue an update. “Dear fellow Kenyans.…
- Former President Daniel arap Moi’s daughter June Moi has been laid to rest at the family farm in Bahati, Nakuru County. June, who was the adopted daughter of the second President Daniel Arap Moi, died on Thursday, April 11, 2024, aged 60. In a statement on X, Gideon Moi said June had left a deep…
- The Judiciary has released Ksh52 billion back to the economy through Court Annexed Mediation, Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu on Thursday revealed. Speaking during the start of a two-day Mediation Summit on Employment Disputes at the Strathmore University, Nairobi, Mwilu announced that a total…
- A man in Iten, Elgeyo Marakwet County, has been sentenced to 100 years in prison for defiling his two daughters aged eight and 1.5 years old. In a statement on Thursday, April 18, 2024, the Office of the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (ODPP) said the man committed the crime on October 17,…
- Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja on Thursday, April 18, 2024, announced plans to construct a nightclub at Uhuru Park. The county head who was speaking during the handover ceremony of the park by the Ministry of Defence stated that the nightclub will provide an alternative option for those opening…
- Convicted murderer Joseph Kuria Irungu alias Jowie has petitioned the High Court challenging the constitutionality of the death penalty imposed on him terming it cruel and inhumane. Jowie is petitioning the Milimani High Court to declare Kenya’s laws prescribing the death penalty as…
- The National Health Insurance Fund board and its Chief Executive Officer (CEO) now risk six months in jail for contempt of court for failure to obey High Court consent orders to renew a medical insurance contract to a firm belonging to former Nacada chairman, John Mututho. In a contempt of court…
- Police in Laikipia on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, arrested two individuals linked to the loss of ammunition during a raid conducted in Minjore area, Kirima sub-county. According to a statement by the National Police Service (NPS), the arrest of the two, Josphat Maina Karanja and his wife Teresiah…
- Transport Cabinet Secretary (CS) Kipchumba Murkomen has maintained that all police officers should enforce traffic laws irrespective of their assigned department. In his statement on Thursday, April 18, 2024, the CS shared an image of an overloaded motorbike and warned that such individuals would…
- Police in Brazil have detained a woman suspected of wheeling a dead man, who she said was her uncle, to a bank to withdraw a four-figure loan. Footage of the woman’s encounter with the bank has sparked a nationwide discussion in Brazil after going viral on social media. It appears to show the woman…
- Civil society organisations are calling for the removal of obstacles to safe abortion. They argued that despite abortion being criminalised in the country, unintended pregnancies among young women are still on the rise. Steve Biko, the User Centered Design Advisor with Ipas Africa Alliance, called…
- A bishop who was stabbed at a Sydney church on Monday has said he is “recovering quickly” and forgives his alleged attacker. In an audio message, Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel also called for the community to remain calm. Police say the attack, which was livestreamed and injured four people, was a…
- Kenya Power on Wednesday announced planned power interruptions that will affect two counties today, April 18, 2024. In a statement, the utility company cited network maintenance as the reason for the interruptions that will affect Nairobi and Kiambu counties. The interruption in Nairobi will affect…