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Kenyans in Australia hold demonstrations to condemn Abductions in Kenya

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A group of Kenyans in Australia converged to protest against the spate of abductions in a remarkable show of support to their counterparts in Kenya. Taking to the streets, the group marched peacefully as they sent a message to President William Ruto to take action and resolve the current security issues in Kenya. The group was armed with placards and posters bearing the names of all the youth who were reported missing in December, chanting anti-government slogans as they shared messages of encouragement to Kenyans. According to One of the protesters in Australia, Kenyans in the diaspora are equally as irate with the current state of the country, despite living abroad. “We are here to send a message that we are not happy with the abductions, the economy of Kenya and there is forcing of people to do what they do not want to do. We want a change.” Another one added,  “Kenyans in Australia are sad. We worry because we left families there. There is a high rate of unemployment and when they cry, they are shown an iron fist.” The Kenyans in Australia also sent a message to Kenya’s High Commissioner to Australia, Hon. Dr Wilson Kipngetich Arap Kogo, urging him to speak in support of the cause. The peaceful Australia protests came hours after Nelson Amenya called on Kenyans in the diaspora to join forces to send an anti-abduction message to the government. Amenya revealed he was attending a separate one in Paris, France. “Kenyans in the diaspora should also organise #EndAbductionsKE protests across major cities as we did for the Finance Bill. I’m planning one for Paris,” he said.

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Senator Okiya Omtatah arrested during the anti-Abduction demonstrations

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The Anti-abduction protests in Nairobi took a different shift after Busia senator Okiya Omtatah and a group of protesters used a heavy-duty metal chain link to block an arrest.   However, a heavy deployment of officers eventually managed to arrest the group, who were bundled into police vehicles and taken away. The Senator was reportedly taken to Gigiri Police Station for questioning. Omtatah had joined Kenyans who took to the streets of Nairobi’s central business district to demand the release of abducted Kenyan youths. While Chanting slogans and holding placards, protesters accused the government of failing to address the alleged disappearances of individuals in recent weeks and demanded the release of the abducted youth.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Citizen TV Kenya (@citizentvkenya) Senator Omtatah was seen carrying the Constitution of Kenya booklet which he displayed as he chanted alongside other protesters. The demonstration comes after the recent surge in abductions where over 10 people have been reported missing in December alone. Moreover, more than 80 cases have been reported this year, according to the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR).   Among the missing in recent days are activists Billy Mwangi, Peter Muteti Njeru, and Bernard Kavuli, who had shared satirical cartoons and AI-generated images of President William Ruto on social media.  

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The Anti-Abduction Protest in Nairobi CBD

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Tension witnessed in Nairobi’s Central Business District on Monday as police used tear gas to disperse protesters rallying against what they claim are a series of abductions. The demonstration, which began peacefully, drew a significant crowd of Kenyans demanding justice and release of the few comrades who are alleged to have been abducted. While Chanting slogans and holding placards, protesters accused the government of failing to address the alleged disappearances of individuals in recent weeks. According to Many, these incidents pointed to a worrying trend of insecurity and a lack of effective response from law enforcement agencies. However, Police officers responded with tear gas, causing chaos as demonstrators scattered in different directions. Recently Kenyans have witnessed a disturbing wave of abductions targeting individuals critical of the government, particularly those active on social media platforms.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by SPM BUZZ (@spmbuzzke) Among the most prominent cases is that of Gideon Kibet, known online as ‘Kibet Bull,’ a cartoonist renowned for his satirical depictions of political figures, including President William Ruto. Moreover, Since anti-government protests began in June, research indicates that at least 82 individuals have been reported abducted, with 29 still missing.  While addressing the issue a few days ago, President William Ruto pledged to halt the abductions, asserting that Kenyan youth should live in peace.  He also urged for discipline and politeness among the youth, a statement that has been met with mixed reactions.

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Marya Okoth’s Lavish Birthday Celebration

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Renowned Kenyan Content creator and actress Marya Okoth recently celebrated her 25th birthday.   Taking to her YouTube channel, the content creator showcased her day as a blend of glamour filled with memorable moments. With her makeup on point, Marya donned stunning outfits for a photo shoot to make her special day memorable. Before heading to her dinner, Marya revealed a grand surprise, a Hummer limousine that arrived to take her and her girl to the venue, a high-end restaurant in Kitisuru. “I knew the limo was coming, but seeing it made me speechless. The girls in the ride kept shouting go big or go home,” she said. During dinner, Marya was joined by her close friends in a well-decorated private setting with a huge banner in the background reading International Marya’s Day.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Marya Okoth (@marya_okoth) Talking to her friends, Marya expressed gratitude for their unwavering support. “Thank you for being here. I hope we continue building these moments, travel, and grow together. You are all stunning, absolutely glowing.” After cutting the cake the celebration ended with a heartfelt gifting session and a cheerful dance to mark her new age.  Recently the digital content creator was all over the social media after parting ways with  Comedian YY.

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Former CJ David Maraga Condemns the Abductions cases in Kenya

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Former Chief Justice David Maraga has penned a New Year’s message to Kenyans condemning the recent spate of abductions. Through his message the former CJ also called out for the immediate release of the youth who according to him are held unlawfully. “This year has not been easy for many families. The killing, maiming, and abduction of young Kenyans put to serious test our institutions. It demands a moral response. If we are truly a people sworn to the sanctity of life and the dignity of every citizen, then we must stand bold in the truth of our Constitution. I condemn the killing, torture, and abductions and call for the immediate release of the youth still held unlawfully. Our politics must never again be this heartless and uncaring,” Maraga stated. The former CJ has moreover called for increased adherence to the Constitution, noting that it provided clear and defined structures for governance, ethics, and the rule of law in the coming year.  According to Maraga, heeding the law of the land would only come about if basic human values and principles took precedence. “As we usher in the New Year, I call upon all of us to reflect on the promise that we made to ourselves 14 years ago. We defined a clear path for our future. We set down the values of governance, ethics, and standards of excellence as our guiding light.However, these values and principles can only be realised when they become true to you and me when fairness and humility are the first things we meet at the doors of our offices when truth and justice are the ink that runs through our pens at work when human dignity and responsibility are the forces that fuel our work,” Maraga stated.   Maraga urged the government to ensure that the coming year of 2025 would be a year of accountability after a tumultuous 2024 challenging them to follow the Constitution, the rule of law and justice.      His message came as the country continues to record cases of alleged abductions and enforced disappearances.  The abductions are said to be due to increased criticism of President Ruto’s government as Kenyans demand for better leadership and service delivery.

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DPP gives police IG 3 days to report on abduction cases

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The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Renson Ingonga, has recently expressed concern over reports of abductions and forced disappearances in Kenya. Issuing a press statement Sunday night, the DPP highlighted at least five cases of suspected abductions reported in December 2024, with victims still unaccounted for. “It is apparent from the reports that there have been at least five (5) such suspected cases of abduction in December 2024 alone, with the victims said to be Bill Mwangi, Peter Muteti Njeru, Bernard Kavuli, Gideon Kibet aka Kibet Bull, and his brother Ronny Kiplagat, each of whom is yet to be traced after having been picked up by unidentified people in questionable circumstances,” the DPP said. He went on to direct the Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja and the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) to expedite investigations and submit reports within three days for review and potential action. “I have also noted the Press Statements released by the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) on 25th December 2024, indicating investigations into the various abduction incidents, and the clarification by the Inspector General of the National Police Service (NPS) on 26th December 2024 on the alleged cases of abductions by the NPS, in which both institutions separately gave an undertaking to investigate the incidents, noting the gravity of the allegations, and the immense public interest that the same has drawn. I have, pursuant to Article 157 (4) of the Constitution, directed both the Inspector General of Police and the IPOA to expedite the investigations touching on reported cases of abductions and alleged forced disappearance of citizens, and forward the resultant files for perusal and action, and/or provide an update on the investigations, within three (3) days from the date hereof,” he added. His statement coincided with an online campaign from Kenyans who were calling for nationwide protests against abductions on Monday, December 30.  Recently, Embakasi East Member of parliament Babu Owino wrote a letter to National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula to put security stakeholders in the country including Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen to book. Notably, while addressing the issue, CS Murkomen denied any police involvement in the abductions, stating that anyone arrested by the police ought to be taken to court within 24 hours.  

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Babu Owino Wants the National Assembly to hold a Special sitting to tackle the issue of Abductions

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Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has requested a special sitting in the National Assembly to tackle the current  issue of abduction in kenya. The MP wrote a letter addressing the Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetangula on Sunday, December 29. Babu Owino noted that the public was unsettled since the whereabouts of some of the individuals remained unknown to date. According to the MP all the individuals who went missing had one thing in common – they openly criticised the Kenya Kwanza Government at some point. “There is growing public anxiety over the role of state agencies in these abductions, particularly the involvement of the National Intelligence Service (NIS), the Inspector General of Police, and the role of telecommunications companies. In light of these disturbing developments, I request that the National Assembly urgently convene a special sitting before the scheduled vetting of Cabinet nominees.” Babu Owino believes the sitting will offer a platform to bring several key stakeholders in national security to book. He went on to note that the Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, Director of Criminal Investigations Amin Ibrahim and the new Cabinet Secretary for Interior Mr Onesmus Murkomen needed to answer pressing questions regarding the state of security in the country. However, Last week IG Kanja openly distanced the country’s security agencies from any wrong-doing in the alleged abductions – sentiments which thoroughly angered Babu Owino, who called for the IG’s resignation. CS Murkomen also denied any police involvement in the abductions, stating that anyone arrested by the police ought to be taken to court within 24 hours.  

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A passenger plane veers off the runway, crashes before bursting into flames in South Korea

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Many have been confirmed dead after a passenger plane veered off the runway and crashed before bursting into flames in South Korea. The accident  occurred on Sunday at Muan International Airport in South Korea and it involved a Jeju Air flight from Bangkok, Thailand. The Jeju Air flight 7C 2216 from Bangkok had 175 passengers and six crew at the time of the tragedy. According to Officials, the accident which happened at 9:03 a.m. local time was caused by a landing gear malfunction. “There seems to have been some kind of malfunction with the landing gear and images which have been on the media here do appear to show the plane landing on its belly, skidding along the runway, followed then by a huge explosion.” The country’s National Fire Agency has confirmed that two people have been rescued – both crew members. The National Fire Agency has also confirmed that the fire that engulfed the 15-year-old Boeing 737-800 jet has been extinguished with rescue efforts underway. Following the accident  Korea Airports Corporation have canceled all flights to Muan International Airport with planes that were airbone diverted to land at nearby airports  

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MP Oscar Sudi threatens to sue Morara Kebaso Over Photo With Kasmuel McOure

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Kapseret Member of Parliament Oscar Sudi has threatened to sue activist Morara Kebaso over alleged defamatory remarks. In a demand letter shared by his lawyers, Limo and Njoroge Advocates, the MP accused Kebaso of sharing a photo showing Sudi engaged in conversation with Kasmuel McOure to his 280,000 followers on X account with a caption he considered defamatory. “We act for Hon Oscar Kipchumba Sudi, the sitting Member of Parliament for Kapseret Constituency, whose stellar reputation, earned through years of public service and business acumen, you have maliciously and recklessly defamed through your publication on the X platform (formerly Twitter) dated 22 December 2024 at 11.21 AM,” the law firm stated. The lawyers also indicated that Morara violated the law by defaming Sudi through direct reference and innuendo. The controversy arose from Kebaso’s post on December 22, where he shared images of Sudi alongside artist Kasmuel McOure. According to Sudi through his lawyers, the accompanying text suggested that Sudi was involved in the tragic killing of Gen Z protesters for personal gain during the anti-finance bill demonstrations, sparking significant public reaction due to Kebaso’s large following on X. The law firm went on to issue three demands on behalf of their client to Kebaso, amongst them a written, unconditional, and unreserved apology.  Other demands were an immediate admission of liability and an express undertaking to not publish any defamatory photograph or statements that can be inferred by innuendo referring to Sudi again. “We are going to file a lawsuit in the coming week from Monday, December 30, 2025, to Wednesday January 1, 2025, thereabout, after Kebaso indicated that he would not heed our demands.”   

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Bishop Kiengei Praises His Wife Rev Joy Kiengei for Her Unwavering Support

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Renowned JCM Bishop Ben Kiengei has penned a heartwarming post, thanking his wife for being supportive.  Taking to his socials, the father of three shared a photo with his wife accompanied by a lengthy message praising her for her unwavering support during this year when he made headlines for the wrong reasons.  “My wife, Rev Joy Benson, you have won this battle. A lot happened, but in 2024, you secured what a general’s wife should do…You have fought who thought they own God and out of my mistakes you owned me back because you wanted your children’s father back, genuinely your children’s dad is back healthy and strong to run JCM Church. You are the mother kanisa liko imara…Wakimbie wapotee walitupoteza Mungu alikataa. Sasa neema haifutwi. Tunasema itutoke.” Early this year, there were claims that Kiengei was allegedly cheating on his wife with a renowned businesswoman, Dama. Responding to the rumors, the bishop denied cheating on his spouse, saying that he only had one wife, Rev Joy Kiengei. Dama and the bishop were close friends, but hell broke loose when audio of the businesswoman talking about her alleged relationship with the bishop and his controversial personality leaked, leaving him a topic of discussion for days.  

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