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Joan Oyiela

Michael Jackson, Notorious BIG, Bob Marley top Forbes' 2025 list of highest-paid dead celebs

By Joan Oyiela   2025-11-05 10:08:00

Michael Jackson, Dr. Seuss, former Pink Floyd members Richard Wright and Syd Barrett and rap icon The Notorious B.I.G. feature prominently in the list.

Kileleshwa house help vanishes with gun, 40 bullets, over Sh350,000 in daring heist

By Joan Oyiela   2025-11-05 15:40:00

CCTV footage reportedly showed the woman sneaking out of the house carrying the safe containing a pistol, ammunition and money inside a carton box.

Nurse handed life imprisonment after murdering 10 patients to ease night shift workload

By Joan Oyiela   2025-11-06 10:52:35

Prosecutors alleged that the nurse injected his mostly elderly patients with painkillers or sedatives in an effort to ease his workload during shifts overnight.

Nuru Okanga pays tribute to Raila at Opoda Farm, donates guinea fowls to Odinga family

By Joan Oyiela   2025-11-06 13:58:22

Nuru Okanga visited Opoda Farm to donate two guinea fowls to the late leader’s family and announced a new “Raila Still Breathing Movement” inspired by a dream he claimed to have had.

Behind Bars: How Vybz Kartel, Buju Banton made music from prison

By Joan Oyiela   2025-11-07 12:30:00

Both Vybz Kartel and Buju Banton are proof that even in isolation, true artists find a way to make their voices heard, turning prison time into timeless music.

Maverick Aoko, Bien Baraza, Akoko Val, Amerix bag top influencer awards for 2025

By Joan Oyiela   2025-11-08 13:25:00

Amber Ray, Amerix, Shorn Arwa, DJ Shiti, Jacky Matubia, Dem wa Facebook emerged as some of the winners in awards ceremony.

Nandi man dies after drinking competition turns tragic

By Joan Oyiela   2025-11-11 15:29:08

A drinking competition among four friends in Aldai, Nandi County, turned tragic after Duncan Kipkemboi collapsed and died, prompting police investigations and the arrest of the bar owner.

Tiktoker Baba Talisha traces stolen phones to Uganda, decries laxity by authorities

By Joan Oyiela   2025-11-12 14:56:47

Kenyan TikTok star Baba Talisha has traced his stolen iPhone 15 and Samsung S24 from Nairobi to Kampala, Uganda, days after they were snatched during the Mataha Festival.

Hiram Gitau: 5 photos of silent, little-known Betty Bayo's widower

By Joan Oyiela   2025-11-13 10:42:40

Hiram Gitau, widower of gospel singer Betty Bayo, has broken his silence at her memorial, expressing gratitude for public support while quietly mourning her death.

Betty Bayo's funeral to cost Sh3 million

By Joan Oyiela   2025-11-13 13:52:12

Betty Bayo will be laid to rest on November 19 at her Mugumo Estate home, with family and friends organising a Sh3 million funeral and memorial service at Christian Foundation Fellowship Church.

Teacher Awarded Sh5.1 million after a Nairobi hospital left surgical forceps in abdomen for five years

By Joan Oyiela   2025-11-14 12:45:00

Multiple medical consultations failed to identify the cause until later investigations revealed that surgeons had accidentally left a pair of artery forceps inside his body during the 2016 operation.

American rapper Cardi B welcomes fourth child, first son with NFL star Stefon Diggs

By Joan Oyiela   2025-11-14 13:45:00

The couple shared the news during the 2025 CFDA Fashion Awards, where Diggs said, “It’s a boy. That’s enough for me. I can’t wait to make him do push-ups and sit-ups and run around.”

DCI probes rising crimes linked to dating apps as new scams target Kenyans

By Joan Oyiela   2025-11-14 17:00:00

In a statement on Thursday, November 13, DCI said criminals are using dating apps to lure unsuspecting victims into fake romantic or friendly interactions.

ENA Coach addresses viral claims by former driver over unpaid injury compensation

By Joan Oyiela   2025-11-15 12:15:00

They issued a response following a viral video in which driver Tom Ondieki claimed the company had failed to compensate him after an accident earlier this year that resulted in amputation of his hand.

Sammy Kioko expresses gratitude, sister flies to India for treatment

By Joan Oyiela   2025-11-15 13:55:00

Kioko shared an update post of a video of him accompanying Maureen to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, he was joined by fellow comedians Nasra, Tom Daktari, and other friends.

TikToker ordered to pay Sh225 million after court finds her liable for destroying couple's marriage

By Joan Oyiela   2025-11-18 11:10:00

Brenay Kennard was sued by her manager’s ex-wife, Akira Montague, under North Carolina’s alienation of affection law.

TikToker ordered to pay Sh225 million after court finds her liable for destroying marriage

By Joan Oyiela   2025-11-18 11:25:00

Brenay Kennard was sued by her manager’s ex-wife, Akira Montague, under North Carolina’s alienation of affection law.

Man splashes flammable liquid on woman, sets her on fire after argument in train

By Joan Oyiela   2025-11-19 14:17:00

According to authorities, the woman became involved in an argument with an approximately 45-year-old man, which escalated into a physical altercation.

Why Senators wants multi-billion investment at Lang'ata's Phenom Estate stopped

By Joan Oyiela   2025-11-22 10:25:00

The Senate said the development by an Indian developer Swaminarayan is blocking access to Wilson Airport posing great risks to the facility which can hinder with emergency evacuations.

Marya Okoth shares romantic Bali honeymoon moments with hubby after fairytale wedding

By Joan Oyiela   2025-11-22 13:15:00

Marya Okoth dumped her ex-lover and baby daddy, YY Comedian, and married her lawyer husband in a beautiful ceremony.