7 h. ago Kenya: Chief Justice Koome Warns Govt After Ruto's Bail Criticism

Kenya: Chief Justice Koome Warns Govt After Ruto's Bail Criticism  allAfrica.com

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12 h. ago CJ Koome slams executive over attacks on judges after Ruto bail protest

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 15 — Chief Justice Martha Koome has hit back at President William Ruto’s criticism of anticipatory bail, warning the Executive against undermining judicial independence through public attacks on judges. Speaking at the Law Society of Kenya Annual Conference in Kwale on Thursday, Koome said grievances with court decisions — even by the […] The post CJ Koome slams executive over attacks on judges after Ruto bail protest appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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6 d. ago President Ruto says he won’t be intimidated by ‘Wantam’ sloganeering

NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 9 – President William Ruto has reaffirmed that he will not be intimidated or distracted by growing criticism from the opposition. The President accused his rivals of having no concrete agenda for the country, while reiterating that the broad-based government model remains the way forward. “We want to tell those criticising empowerment […] The post President Ruto says he won’t be intimidated by ‘Wantam’ sloganeering appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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1 week ago “I Am All of Them”: Ruto Compares Himself to Kenya’s Four Past Presidents

President William Ruto insists he is the right man for the job, declaring that he possesses the right mix of experience, education, and resolve to usher Kenya into a new chapter of growth and transformation. During a meeting with leaders from Tharaka-Nithi County at State House, Nairobi, Ruto dismissed his critics and doubled down on his promise to deliver on the country’s top priorities. He highlighted his long track record in public service, academic background, and intimate grasp of Kenya’s challenges as reasons he’s best suited to lead. “I have enough experience. I have been an MP for 15 years and The post “I Am All of Them”: Ruto Compares Himself to Kenya’s Four Past Presidents appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 w. ago Ruto Defends Promises as He Surprises Bishop Kalanzo with Luxury SUV

President William Ruto on Sunday, July 20, surprised Bishop Benjamin Kalanzo with a brand new Toyota Land Cruiser Prado during his installation ceremony in Machakos County. The president himself presented the car keys to a visibly moved Bishop Kalanzo as church congregation erupted in applause. The event also marked the installation of Amos Ndunda as the assistant bishop. Photos from the ceremony captured the moment Ruto presented the keys to Bishop Kalanzo, drawing applause from the congregation. In his address, Ruto took a moment to respond to critics who have accused him of making unrealistic campaign promises. He recalled how some The post Ruto Defends Promises as He Surprises Bishop Kalanzo with Luxury SUV appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 w. ago Muturi: Murkomen Shows Childishness, Shouldn’t Lead Interior Docket

Former Attorney General Justin Muturi criticized President William Ruto for appointing Kipchumba Murkomen as Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration, saying the docket demands a more experienced and practical head. During a live interview on K24 TV on Thursday, July 17, 2025, Muturi said the Interior Ministry should be left in the hands of a mature and composed person, qualities he believes Murkomen lacks. “They say if you want to test a man, give him power,” Muturi remarked. “I think power has gone to his head. He’s still a fairly young man who is excited about the exercise of power, and there The post Muturi: Murkomen Shows Childishness, Shouldn’t Lead Interior Docket appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 w. ago ‘Prepare for 2027 polls, not chaos’ – Aladwa tells Ruto critics

"ODM will never be party to unconstitutional efforts to change government, nor will we associate with individuals harbouring such intentions,” Aladwa said after chairing an ODM Party Nairobi Branch meeting.

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