Brian Otieno

MP calls for probe on dead Kenyans' fund, says it could be fraudulent

By Brian Otieno   2024-04-01 20:53:09

Senate has been asked to probe the Sh60b authority for any irregularities. Also on the table is Sh500m the senator questioned was auditing fees

Raila, Ruto parties change tack in grassroots polls

By Brian Otieno   2024-04-06 20:28:18

The two leading parties opted to stagger their grassroots elections amid months of jostling. ODM insider says election of national officials is not a priority at the moment.

Raila's quest for AU job gets boost from Angola and Guinea-Bissau

By Brian Otieno   2024-04-06 20:26:33

Raila who has bagged the support of a number of nations including Ghana and Senegal is facing off against Somalia’s former Foreign Affairs Minister Fawzia Yusuf Adam.

Like father, like son: The case of Jaramogi and Raila succession

By Brian Otieno   2024-04-07 20:46:35

They both led the opposition and groomed outstanding leaders, but Raila’s approach to succession appears to differ from his father’s.

No Vacancy: Murkomen shatters hustler's dream

By Brian Otieno   2024-04-08 19:11:03

His words left Busisa embarrassed and confused - rightfully so. Two years ago, Murkomen’s political camp had promised a million jobs to the hustler nation within a year.

Natembeya tramples on Wetang'ula's toes in pursuit of Luhya Nation greatness

By Brian Otieno   2024-04-14 00:31:20

Governor George Natembeya has played the bogeyman, causing National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula sleepless nights.

Place of Luo Nyanza in post-Raila Kenya as his exit looms

By Brian Otieno   2024-04-15 00:25:55

Courtesy of his support for Raila in the last three successive polls, Kalonzo is believed to have a head-start in region.

General Ogolla: Gallant officer rose to the top of Defence Forces

By Brian Otieno   2024-04-19 20:52:54

President announced three days of national mourning with Kenyan, KDF and EAC flags flying at half mast.

Azimio leaders call for thorough probe into KDF chopper crash

By Brian Otieno   2024-04-20 10:05:46

Martha Karua questioned why a soldier of Gen Ogolla’s stature would be inspecting school projects.

Final salute to humble giant who treated everyone with high regard

By Brian Otieno   2024-04-22 23:55:15

General Ogolla's simplicity was evident in the basic flag-draped casket that only cost Sh6,800, a casket inside which he will not be buried today as a dying wish.

Mudavadi puts PSs at centre of war on graft

By Brian Otieno   2024-04-23 20:02:04

Many businesses have suffered demands for kickbacks to set up, access contracts and payment for their services.

Azimio calls for independent inquiry into Ogolla's death

By Brian Otieno   2024-04-24 12:57:29

Azimio la Umoja has called for a parliamentary inquiry into the helicopter crash that killed Chief of Defence Forces General Francis Ogolla and nine other soldiers last Thursday.

Angola ICT Minister: Invest in space industry to ensure a connected, peaceful Africa

By Brian Otieno   2024-04-26 21:31:22

Africa should act quickly and tap into the significant potential in the global Space industry. Angola's ICT Minister Mário Oliveira has urged.

Azimio opposes State's contract hiring plan

By Brian Otieno   2024-04-27 20:13:17

The opposition says move counterproductive in government’s quest to cut wage bill.

Atwoli defends independence of trade unions

By Brian Otieno   2024-05-01 18:25:58

Atwoli said it was unfortunate that "appointed" State officers were leading the encroachment into trade unions.

President Ruto: It will get worse

By Brian Otieno   2024-05-04 20:58:11

The President on Friday revealed that the heavy rains had so far claimed 210 lives. Kenya Defence Forces and the National Police Service will be part of mitigation operations

Return of Baba? A firebrand Raila Odinga and AU dilemma

By Brian Otieno   2024-05-07 00:05:31

Ruto allies helped cement the idea of a silent handshake, asserting Raila must toe his line. Amisi faults Kenya Kwanza for thinking their support for Raila would buy his silence.

Kenya, Uganda to extend oil pipeline from Eldoret to Kampala

By Brian Otieno   2024-05-17 20:23:19

Kenya and Uganda will jointly "explore" extension of the oil pipeline from Eldoret to Kampala, President William Ruto has announced.

Gachagua expected to fight back after week of silence amid attacks

By Brian Otieno   2024-05-19 23:59:00

Deputy President has been conspicuously absent in presidential functions.

Probe Ruto's luxury jet trip, Azimio asks House

By Brian Otieno   2024-05-22 18:22:18

Azimio is accusing the President of "wastage", amid clarification by the US embassy in Nairobi that the host did not foot the bill for Ruto's flight, which costs about Sh98 million one-way trip.