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1 week ago | nairobiwire.com | Richard Kamau

A new national survey has laid bare the growing frustration among Kenyans, with most citizens blaming the high cost of living as the biggest failure of President William Ruto’s Kenya Kwanza administration. TIFA Research, which conducted the survey between May 2 and May 6, 2025, found that 18% of respondents singled out the government’s inability to reduce living expenses as its most significant shortcoming.

1 week ago | nairobiwire.com | Richard Kamau

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.

1 week ago | nairobiwire.com | Richard Kamau

Kenya’s National Police Service (NPS) and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have poked major holes in Juja Member of Parliament George Koimburi’s alleged abduction, accusing him of fabricating the incident to earn political sympathy and spark national tension.

1 week ago | nairobiwire.com | Richard Kamau

Gospel musician and Subukia parliamentary aspirant Ngaruiya Junior has publicly severed ties with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of exploiting loyal allies for personal political gain and pushing divisive agendas in Mount Kenya politics. In a strongly-worded press statement, Ngaruiya said internal strategies and personal attacks from Gachagua’s camp no longer align with his vision for development-centered politics.

1 week ago | nairobiwire.com | Richard Kamau

Mugithi sensation and police officer Samidoh has reportedly been transferred from the Central Region Police Headquarters to the Administration Police’s Anti-Stock Theft Unit (ASTU) in Gilgil.. The move comes just days after a viral video of his performance ignited political chatter, raising eyebrows across the country. The National Police Service (NPS) issued the redeployment shortly after footage emerged showing a lively crowd chanting “Wantam” during one of Samidoh’s shows.