17 h. ago Call to Rename Juja Road After Legendary Broadcaster Leonard Mbotela Gains Momentum

A motion currently before the Nairobi County Assembly is calling for Juja Road to be renamed after the late Leonard Mambo Mbotela, one of Kenya’s most iconic broadcasters, in recognition of his immense contributions to media, patriotism, and national unity. The motion, tabled by Kiamaiko Ward MCA Joseph Ndung’u, urges the County Executive to initiate the official renaming process. Ndung’u grounded his proposal in the Constitution, which mandates counties to oversee functions related to transport and public roads. “Article 186(1) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010, and Paragraph 5 of the Fourth Schedule of the same Constitution, provide for transport The post Call to Rename Juja Road After Legendary Broadcaster Leonard Mbotela Gains Momentum appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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1 week ago Amollo Warns Gachagua: Impeaching You Wasn’t Enough, We’ll Invoke Article 75(3)

Rarieda MP Otiende Amollo has threatened to table a motion in Parliament seeking to permanently bar former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua from holding any public office in Kenya. Speaking during a funds drive in Rongo on Sunday, Otiende accused Gachagua of promoting divisive politics and ignoring the lessons from his 2024 impeachment by the Senate. According to the legislator, Gachagua’s conduct continues to polarize the country and threaten national unity. “Everyday you speak, we realized you never learnt your lesson,” Otiende said. “We now want to remind you that we impeached you under article 75 of the constitution. We did The post Amollo Warns Gachagua: Impeaching You Wasn’t Enough, We’ll Invoke Article 75(3) appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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1 week ago Opposition leaders call for unity to beat President Ruto in 2027 polls

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 7 – Opposition leaders have called on Kenyans to unite in removing President William Ruto from office in the 2027 general election. Speaking during their tour of Voi, Democracy for the Citizens Party Leader Rigathi Gachagua accused President Ruto of promoting tribalism, saying his administration is a major obstacle to national progress. […] The post Opposition leaders call for unity to beat President Ruto in 2027 polls appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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2 w. ago Kindiki roots for national unity and inclusion to fulfil Kenya’s aspirations as he praises Raila

Kindiki pledged support for President William Ruto’s unity agenda, saying it is key to delivering economic freedom to all Kenyans.

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3 w. ago Wetang’ula Cracks Joke on Memory Loss, Warns Kenyans Against ‘Unhelpful Amnesia’

President William Ruto on Wednesday led the country in observing the 22nd edition of the National Prayer Breakfast at Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi. The event, attended by leaders from across political and religious divides, focused on themes of unity, forgiveness, and national healing. National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, who co-patrons the annual gathering, delivered a stirring appeal to religious leaders across Kenya. He urged them to serve as unwavering beacons of peace and reconciliation. “Preach forgiveness, promote unity, and proclaim hope for our country,” Wetang’ula said. He emphasized that the National Prayer Breakfast should go beyond symbolism, urging leaders to The post Wetang’ula Cracks Joke on Memory Loss, Warns Kenyans Against ‘Unhelpful Amnesia’ appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 w. ago President Ruto,DP Kindiki Apologizes to Gen Z , urges mutual respect.

NAIROBI, Kenya, May 28 – President William Ruto has extended a public apology to the Gen Z following atrocities meted on them in recent past implored them to focus on unity and shun faulting the government. During the National Prayer Breakfast meeting, the Head of State told the GenZ, who since June last year have […] The post President Ruto,DP Kindiki Apologizes to Gen Z , urges mutual respect. appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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