Maverick Aoko found Near Kenya-Tanzania Border, Rushed to Hospital

Renowned Kenyan blogger Scophine Aoko Otieno alias Maverick Aoko has finally been found after missing for a while. Maverick Aoko’s aide posted a statement on the blogger’s X social media account revealing that the journalist had been traced to the Kenya-Tanzania border, where she was found alive. The aide further disclosed that immediately after she was found, Aoko’s family was informed about her presence before she was rushed to the hospital. According to the statement, Aoko was taken to the hospital by an unknown person who claimed to have found her outside their gate. “She’s been found at the Kenyan-Tanzania border. Her family was called from the hospital. She was taken there by an unidentified person who said they found her outside their gate.Don’t know much at the moment, but the father is on his way there. I will keep you updated. Thank you for standing with her Aide.’’ Despite the reports of being found alive, police officers were yet to establish the authenticity of the matter despite initial efforts by the security officers to trace the blogger who went missing in late October. Kenyans, particularly those on the X platform noted with concern the lack of activity on Aoko’s account. Earlier this week, a post was shared on her account by a user who identified themselves as Aoko’s aide. The aide went ahead to provide an account of Aoko’s last events before she went missing. The aide further noted that before her alleged disappearance, Aoko lived at her rural home and only travelled to Nairobi on rare occasions, particularly when she needed to attend her court sessions. According to the blogger’s assistant, Aoko was forced to attend court sessions after she was charged with allegedly posting fake information on her X account but had been released on a cash bail of Ksh100,000. “Hi, this is Aoko’s aide. I’m tweeting using her account with the blessings of her dad. After her arrest, she opted to stay with family upcountry only going to Nairobi for meetings & Court.’’ Upon her return to Nairobi two weeks ago, the aide noted that Aoko reportedly found her door had been broken at the hinges, causing her to question the motive and despite the incident, Aoko kept the information confidential to avoid drawing attention. The aide noted that Aoko was later interviewed by the AFP, a French news outlet about her arrest ordeal and the continued threats she received. “After her tweet on Mr. “F”, she went incognito, which we (family and friends) thought it normal, perhaps she just wanted to confuse enemies,” the aide alleged.

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Suspect in Wells Fargo’s manager Willis Ayieko’s murder dies in Kisumu

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The Directorate of Criminal Investigations has recovered a pistol belonging to the late Wells Fargo Human Resource Manager, Willis Ayieko. Together with the police in Siaya, the security agency managed to trail two suspects who were reportedly in possession of the firearm. The recovery was confirmed after a tip-off from members of the public who reported two suspicious individuals, one male and one female, spotted with a gun in a car at Wagai Trading Centre. Responding to the tip, officers from Wagai Police Station acted swiftly. Upon trying to flag down the suspect’s vehicle, the male driver defied the orders by the police and instead opened fire while speeding off towards Luanda. Unfortunately, the driver managed to escape, leaving behind his female accomplice, who was found seriously injured and unconscious. The police however recovered a pistol loaded with 11 rounds of ammunition, which was positively identified as the firearm robbed from Ayieko before his heinous killing. The woman was rushed to the nearby hospital in Yala but she succumbed to her injuries hours later. Detectives are seriously examining all evidence, and forensic teams are conducting thorough analyses to uncover new leads. Willis Ayieko went missing on October 19, while traveling up country to attend a burial in Gem, Siaya County and after almost five days of frantically searching he was found dead. His body was found in a morgue.

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James Oswago Former IEBC CEO sentence To A 4 Years Imprisonment

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James Oswago, the former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission chief executive, was dealt a blow after the High Court upheld his conviction and four-year sentence. This comes after he was found guilty of irregular awarding of a Ksh1.3 billion tender for the supply of voter materials for the 2013 General Elections. In 2022, James Oswago was found guilty alongside former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission Deputy Commission Secretary in charge of Support Services Wilson Kiprotich Shollei. magistrate Felix Kombo convicted the two on two counts of willful failure to comply with procurement laws. Oswago and Shollei however went on to file separate appeals at the High Court to challenge their conviction. They argued that the evidence presented against them was insufficient. Making the ruling, Justice Nixon Sifuna maintained that the prosecution had provided enough grounds to convict the duo. “As for the sentences, they were not harsh, not too lenient nor illegal. I therefore find no basis or justification for disturbing the sentences as imposed.’’ Justice Sifuna further added that the two were supposed to have maintained a high-level of accountability particularly because of how highly-charged elections in Kenya can be. Oswago and Shollei will now be subjected to a fine of KSh 7.5 million or a four-year jail term each.

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Employment And Labour Court Declares The Nationwide Lecturers’ Strike Illegal

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The Employment and Labour Court has declared the nationwide lecturers’ strike illegal, directing the government and the University Academic Staff Union to initiate negotiations and reach an amicable solution. This ruling comes a day after UASU workers resumed strike on October 28 after being ignored by the government. The Union and its members had issued a fresh 7-day notice to the government vowing to down their tools on October 29 should their demands remain unmet. The notice by UASU was signed by the national secretary general of the Union, Constantine Wasonga, and was endorsed by 38 tertiary institutions among them 35 public universities and 3 colleges across the country. The lecturers faulted the government for failing to implement their agreed CBA. On September 13th this year, UASU met with Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua, where parties reached an agreement for salary increments for all university workers. The parties had agreed on a pay increase of between 7 per cent and 10 per cent for university staff, with those in grades 13A–15A receiving a 7 per cent increase and those in grades 10A–12A receiving a 10 per cent increase. UASU has disclosed that they have been engaging the government to sign a return to work formula with the last attempt to reach an agreement bearing no fruits in a meeting held on September 26. The Court has however granted UASU 14 days to file a response on the matter and the case will be mentioned on November 28.

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Nyaboke Moraa Mourns Loss Of Another Family Member Months After Daughter’s Death

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Kenyan actress Nyaboke Moraa is mourning the loss of another family member months after daughter’s death. The entertainer shared her grief via her social media, noting the last conversation she had with her father before his passing. “On 28th July, my daughter rested; it has been tough. Same day, 3 months later, my solid rock, her grandpa, has decided not to wake up. This man, who I love to death, loved me unconditionally. His last words to me were, ‘Nyargot baby, I love you and God loves you so much, tulia tu, mama.’” The loss of these family members seems to have left Nyabike in unbearable pain and according to her this year has not been easy for her. “Ei, I am in so much pain, so much that I feel like I am losing it. Rest in peace, Baba. Hii mwaka nayo imeamua kupumzika, ntapumzikia mbinguni. Eii.” Her daughter, Marie Blak Achieng, tragically passed away earlier with much speculation surrounding the cause. Actress Sandra Dacha by then made the sad news public. “It is with profound sadness that I announce to you the passing on of @nyabokemoraa’s daughter. Your prayers are what she needs right now REST IN PEACE, Marrie.” The late Marie who was 19 years old was Nyaboke’s first born daughter and was laid to rest on August 10. This recent tragedy follows another painful loss when Nyaboke’s brother passed away just hours before a family reunion. She had eagerly awaited his arrival, only to learn he missed his flight and was later pronounced dead.

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Activist Boniface Mwangi released Without Charges

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Renowned Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi has been released from police custody after spending the night in jail following his Sunday morning arrest. Human Rights Activist Hussein Khalid confirmed the activist’s release with a touching video of Mwangi reuniting with his wife and children. Narc Kenya party leader Martha Karua was also present at the reunion. The activist had been taken to Kamukunji Police Station. “I can confirm firmly that Boniface Mwangi has been freed with no charges. Wife, children and friends were there during his release,” Boniface had been arrested on Sunday for making remarks about plans to infiltrate the Standard Chartered Marathon which were construed as inciting. It had been reported that the police were considering whether to charge him in court or release him without charge, and according to recent reports, he has been released without any charges. Mwangi’s wife Njeri Mwangi confirmed that he had been abducted on Sunday by unknown people who had barged into his home at around 7.15 AM and taken off with him without any arrest warrant or explanation on where they were taking him. “This morning at around 7.15, six uninformed people went to courage base and forcefully took my husband from the house. I have no idea who, why or where they have taken him.’’ An abduction that came after his Saturday post that was urging Kenyans to occupy the StanChart Marathon and protest against the Kenya Kwanza administration is said to have been what led to his abrupt arrest. “Will you show up to cheer friends at the Standard Chartered marathon? You are a crucial part of the race; your cheering will motivate and energise the athletes and help reform our country in the process.’’

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Activist Boniface Mwangi Abducted

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Renowned Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi has reportedly been abducted by unknown people, his wife Njeri Mwangi has revealed. According to the wife, the activist was picked up by unknown people on Sunday morning in Ukambani at around 7: 15 am. “This morning at around 7.15, six uninformed people went to courage base and forcefully took my husband from the house. I have no idea who, why or where they have taken him.” His abduction comes barely 24 hours after Mwangi revealed plans to infiltrate the Standard Chartered marathon, set to take place on Sunday. In his post the activist posted on Saturday evening, Mwangi asked his followers to show up for the marathon which attire opposing the Kenya Kwanza regime. Among other instructions, the activist urged his followers to adorn the national flag as part of their sports gear, wear hats with the national colours, record protest chants and share them online and bring placards with messages to President William Ruto. This is not the first time that the activist is been abducted.

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The Senate’s Email Crashes During The Public Participation on Constitutional Amendment Bill 2024

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The Senate’s email system crashed on Friday after Kenyans came out in their droves to provide their submissions regarding the controversial Constitutional Amendment Bill 2024. This comes after the Senate invited public participation towards the Bill as per the 2010 Constitution. As Per the law, people can air out their views regarding Bills sponsored in the National Assembly and Senate through electronic means. In a statement posted on the X handle, the Senate announced that due to the high number of submissions, their system experienced temporary issues. “Thank you for the overwhelming response on The Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) (No 2) Bill ,2024. Due to high volumes of submissions, our email system has temporarily experienced issues.” The Senate further noted that the process reached maximum capacity and exceeded the limit that the system could handle. “The Senate received over 200,000 submissions, reaching the maximum capacity of the allocated email addresses.” The Senate also provided an alternative email address to Kenyans as the process is still ongoing. The deadline for providing submissions has been extended to Saturday, October 26 at 5pm. “Alternatively, you may send your submissions to senatejlahrc@parliament.go.ke” After the public participation, the Bill will head back to the Senate where it will be debated with the collected views of the public among the key topics of discussion. The Bill seeks to amend the Presidential term to seven years from the current five. This amendment also proposes to extend the terms of other elected leaders; Governors, Members of Parliament (MPs), Senators and Members of County Assembly (MCAs).

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Government Stopped From Implementing Any Deals Between KETRACO And Adani

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A Court in Nairobi has issued an order barring the government from implementing any of the deals agreed between Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited (KETRACO) and Adani. “Pending the inter parties hearing and determination of the Application dated 23/10/2024 a conservatory order be and is hereby issued suspending the implementation of any project agreed. That any project between the respondents jointly and any if its related companies and entities with regard to development of transmission lines, substations, or any other electrical power infrastructure.” Adani had entered into a deal with KETRACO that would see the Indian conglomerate operate four electricity transmission lines in Kenya and two substations for 30 years before handing them back to Kenya. KETRACO was further ordered not to enter into any new agreement or further any existing agreement concerning Adani Group and any of its related companies. The case shall be mentioned again on 11th November 2024 to confirm compliance and to take further directions on the expedited hearing and determination of the application and petition. The orders came after the Law Society of Kenya had filed a petition against KETRACO at the Milimani law courts, disagreeing with the partnership between the Indian Conglomerate Adani and KETRACO. President William Ruto had recently championed the partnership between the Adani Energies Limited and KETRACO. The president championed the partnerships claiming that they were a way of reducing tax burden to Kenyans.

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