Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi is reportedly contemplating a dramatic exit from President William Ruto’s government, according to sources cited in a recent “Talk of Town” report. The revelation comes amid growing political tensions in Western Kenya and a noticeable rift between Mudavadi and the President, fueling speculation about his next move. The “Talk of […]
Siaya Governor James Orengo has expressed he will not join the ‘praise singing’ bandwagon for the current regime and the successive ones saying the country’s democracy was not fought for so that leaders could be worshipped. During the burial of George Oduor who was Raila Odinga’s aide, Orengo asserted that the democracy was aimed at […]
In recent months, The Standard newspaper has turned into a political circus. Its front pages scream with sensational headlines, seemingly hell-bent on tearing down President William Ruto’s administration. From wild corruption claims to exaggerated public discontent, the paper has adopted a tone that smells more of vengeance than journalism. And guess what? Gideon Moi owns […]
President William Ruto has come out to downplay claims that constant criticism has sparked fear within the ranks in his administration. Particularly, the head of state has addressed the growing dissent witnessed in recent times, with most of his critics chanting ‘Ruto Must Go’ at various events across the country. Speaking on Saturday, April 12, […]
The United Progressive Alliance Party (UPA) will now go to polls in 2027 with a new livery, symbol and slogan. A meeting by the party’s National Executive Council officials in Kisii Wednesday resolved a radical rebranding of the outfit to make it more accommodative. The party is mostly associated with former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred […]
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has faced-off with his election rival Peter Dutton in their first debate before the 3 May federal election vote. Cost of living issues dominated Tuesday night’s debate, organised by Sky News Australia and The Daily Telegraph, and the two leaders were also asked about US President Donald Trump’s tariffs. Opinion […]
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua sensationally branded President William Ruto “the real commander” of Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) over alleged shady business deals with the paramilitary group’s leader, Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, alias Hemedti. There was no immediate comment from State House. Ruto has more than twice hosted the RSF commander in Nairobi. The RSF […]
Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka has hinted that he would challenge Kisii Governor Simba Arati, his political protege, for governorship in 2027. Onyonka said by now there is no credible candidate willing to wrestle the seat from Arati. “If there is none ready to come and end the problems bedeviling Kisii, am here and willing,” Onyonka […]
The National Assembly and House Speaker Moses Wetang’ula asked the High Court to strike out an application in which a group of petitioners want the Speaker cited for the contempt of court in relation to his February 12, 2025 ruling on House Leadership. In a Preliminary Objection filed at the High Court, Wetang’ula, and the […]
Embattled Nyamira County Governor Amos Nyaribo Thursday angrily fought back claims that he was in possession of dubious academic credentials. He described himself as one given to great book learning, adding that at some point he even lectured in university. The governor did not, however, support the claim with evidence as he addressed journalists in […]
Republican State Senator Randy Fine has defeated Democrat Josh Weil in a closely watched special Florida congressional election to fill the seat held by National Security Advisor Michael Waltz. The result dashes Democratic hopes of pulling what would have been a stunning upset in a district that Donald Trump carried by 30 points in last […]
Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga has castigated those pushing for the removal of President William Ruto from office urging them to calm their horses and await for the 2027 election cycle to assert their democratic right. During the burial of his brother Raila Odinga security aide George Oduor, the Siaya Senator warned that removal of President […]
