DP Ruto Uses President Biden to Vindicate his Hustler Movement

Deputy President William Ruto has once again defended the Hustler movement that he is banking on to take him to State House after the 2022 elections.

Without saying a word, Ruto, through his Twitter account, used a statement from US President Joe Biden to vindicate his Hustler movement that seeks to empower the ordinary mwananchi and grow the economy from the Bottom Up.

On Wednesday, President Biden made his first address to Congress. One of his declarations was that it was time to grow the American economy from the bottom up.

Biden’s remark was also posted to the POTUS Twitter account on Thursday, which DP Ruto used to justify his Hustler strategy.

“Trickle-down economics has never worked. It’s time to grow the economy from the bottom up and middle out,” reads President Biden’s tweet.

DP Ruto’s Twitter handlers then took a screenshot of Biden’s tweet and shared it alongside a tweet he(Ruto) posted last year.

It reads: “Countrymen, finally the Wheelbarrow/Mkokoteni/Bodaboda moment is here. The discourse about; Hustlers not tribes; wananchi not leaders; empowerment of ordinary hustles not power for the few; ordinary hustler jobs not positions for the mighty’ from Bottom up not top down, Jipange.”

Ruto also made sure to highlight the dates on both tweets perhaps to prove that he is ahead of the curve.

 

You forgot to highlight the GDP of the two Countries in this context , Its a good Idea in a wrong County!

— 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐌𝐭𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐳𝐢 (ʙᴀꜰ) (@FrankMtetezi) April 29, 2021

Tunaongoza wanafuata Nyayo. Elsewhere your competitors are busy creating positions for themselves.

— GENERALI KIPROTICH (@ItsKiprotich1) April 29, 2021

Bottom-up approach economics is the best thing in the current world.

— MOHAMED YUSSUF (@AmiinYusf) April 29, 2021

I like your mind ever my president …@Gracetoroitich1 @ChesongolJoshua come and see how wise my president is

— Natty Eugene (@eugene_natty) April 29, 2021

Kenya believes, the World believes.

— Kevin Fitness (@Kevin___fitness) April 29, 2021

It’s nolonger a national conversation but it’s now an international conversation
Statehouse is the only stage we know, nothing else
Vivaa

— Victor K Mutai (@VictorKMutai6) April 29, 2021

Imagine @POTUS have seen the need & the relevance of this mode,they need to come & consult the Chief hustler on how this can work for the mutual benefits of the two countries & future posterity.

— Langat Bismark (@LangatBismark1) April 29, 2021

Every time I see William Ruto talking about empowering Kenyans he has stolen from for the last 7 years, a knot of fear grips my stomach, races down my intestines and nests impatiently in my rectum with the ballooning urgency of an explosive diarrhea.

— Richard (@richard_ahaya) April 29, 2021

source http://nairobiwire.com/2021/04/dp-ruto-uses-president-biden-to-vindicate-his-hustler-movement.html

Road Closure Alert: Section of Uhuru Highway Closed for 21 Days

Motorists plying the Uhuru Highway in Nairobi are to expect traffic disruption on a section of the busy highway.

The Kenya Urban Roads Authority issued a public notice notifying motorists that the section between Bunyala and Nyayo Stadium will be closed for a further 21 days

The section was initially closed on Friday, April 9, 2021, and was expected to be opened for public use on Thursday, April 29, 2021. The closure will now continue until May 20, 2021.

‘This is to pave way for the ongoing construction of the Nairobi Expressway along Mombasa road,” the Authority explained.

“Motorists are kindly advised to use alternative routes. We apologise for any inconveniences that may be caused as we endeavor to provide an efficient, safe and reliable road network,” the roads agency stated.

Motorists leaving Nairobi using Uhuru Highway will have to use Bunyala Road-Workshop Road- Lusaka then join Mombasa Road at the Nyayo roundabout.

Here’s a sketch map of the alternative routes.

source http://nairobiwire.com/2021/04/road-closure-alert-section-of-uhuru-highway-closed-for-21-days.html

Serial Rapist with over 100 Victims Asks Court to Speed Up his Sentence

A man with over 100 cases of rape and robbery with violence in Ruaka, Kabete and Kiambu has been arrested and charged.

John Muturi Keneiya, who has been going by the alias Francis Ngugi, was arraigned at the Kiambu Court on Thursday.

According to a police report, the suspect confessed to raping more than 100 women.

“He has agreed before the DCI (Directorate of Criminal Investigations) officers in Karuri that he has robbed, raped more than 100 women, and killed one victim,” the report reads.

One of his victims presented herself to the DCI in Kabete and told investigators that the suspect had impregnated her.

Appearing before Principal Magistrate Patricia Gichohi, Muturi pleaded guilty. He told the court he wants to be “sentenced quickly before other victims present themselves to the police as they can add more weight to his case.”

The accused was remanded at Karuri Police Station awaiting a mental check-up.

Also Read — City Park Rapist Begs Court for Leniency Because he’s Old

source http://nairobiwire.com/2021/04/serial-rapist-with-over-100-victims-asks-court-to-speed-up-his-sentence.html

Everything Trending in Nairobi This Labour Weekend

2021 has given us a raw deal by having Labour day on a Saturday. That means no long weekend. That however doesn’t means ‘Trending’ takes a break.

Here’s what’s hot in Nairobi today.

source http://nairobiwire.com/2021/04/everything-trending-in-nairobi-this-labour-weekend.html

Company in KEMSA Scandal is Owned by DP Ruto Allies, says Murathe

Jubilee Party vice-chairman David Murathe finally appeared before the Public Investments Committee on Thursday to answer questions about his involvement in the KEMSA graft scandal.

Murathe, who had been summoned last week, denied any involvement in the business dealings of Kilig and Entec, the two firms at the heart of the Ksh7.8 billion scandal.

“It is very sad when we allow this kind of innuendo. I have never supplied, not even a single mask or PPE. It is so sad people think I am Covid-19 millionaire and everybody is calling me for money,” he said.

Murathe explained that his only involvement was being a guarantor for Kilig Limited.

He said he was requested by Kilig – then under the directorship of Wilbroad Gachoka and a Chinese national Zhu Jinping – to guarantee payments to a Chinese firm trading as ENTEC Technology Limited, the PPE kit’s supplier, so that the firm would be compensated once KEMSA completed the procurement process.

Kilig was awarded a Sh4 billion tender to supply 450,000 personal protective equipment to Kemsa.

When asked to explain how he gave a guarantee without knowing the amount of money involved, Murathe said he only guaranteed the supply of 50,000 PPE kits.

“The use of the word guarantee was not contractual, it was simply a word of comfort that yes, I do know these people. I am not and never been involved in the business of Kilig or Entec, I had no way of influencing KEMSA to pay,” Murathe said.

At the same time, Murathe dragged Deputy President William Ruto into the scandal, claiming that Kilig Limited is owned by allies of the Deputy President and a Chinese national.

“I am not the director of Killig, I did not receive a contract from KEMSA and I did not supply KEMSA. Killig is a company owned by people connected to the DP; they approach people who can finance the company through the lawyer and transfer ownership to the new owners,” Murathe stated.

source http://nairobiwire.com/2021/04/company-in-kemsa-scandal-owned-by-dp-ruto-allies-says-murathe.html

Police Gun Down Suspected Thugs in Kawangare

Police officers on Wednesday night shot and killed two suspected gangsters who were terrorizing members of the public in Kawangware, Nairobi.

According to a police report, the officers were on foot patrol within stage 56 when they encountered a gang of three.

The gang had allegedly attacked and robbed an unidentified man at gunpoint.

The report said the police officers ordered the thugs to surrender but they shot at them, triggering a fierce shootout.

Two of the suspects died in the shootout while a third escaped on a motorcycle whose identification was concealed.

Police recovered a firearm with one round of 9mm caliber and handed it over to DCI ballistic experts for examination.

Bodies of the two suspects were taken to the City Mortuary.

source http://nairobiwire.com/2021/04/police-gun-down-suspected-thugs-in-kawangare.html

Eric Omondi Now a Cab Driver in New Brand Ambassador Partnership

Eric Omondi has once again proven why he is the most sought-after brand influencer in Kenya after securing yet another brand ambassador deal.

Thanks to the comedian’s creativity, out of the box thinking, and monumental fanbase, he has been announced as the brand ambassador for HAVA Limited.

Hava is a Kenyan-based online ride-hailing company operating in major cities across the country.

Eric Omondi announced the partnership with Hava on his socials, saying he has also signed up as a cab driver.

“NEW AMBASSADOR ALERT!!! I’m happy to ANNOUNCE that today(Wednesday) I entered into a PARTNERSHIP with HAVA LIMITED. HAVA is Kenyas first TAXI APP… it’s our very own by one of us…I have also signed up as a driver and I Can’t wait to receive your requests and drive my fans to their destinations. Imagine tu ku request cab na unabebwa na Eric Omondi I will be letting you know frequently where I will be stationed so you can request but for now, DOWNLOAD the HAVA APP on your Playstore. @hava_cabs. #BuyKenyaBuildKenya ##WeDriveYouRide” Omondi wrote.

The funny man got straight to work on Thursday and shared a video picking his Hava car.

He was stationed at Oil Libya in Westlands, Nairobi from 2 pm, where those who were lucky to request a ride with him got a free ride and some cash.

He wrote: “Just picked my Hava Car…First day at work!!! Today I’ll be around Westlands. DOWNLOAD your Hava APP NOW!!! If you manage to request me I will: @hava_cabs
1. Award you with Ksh 3000
2. Give you a Free ride
3. Alafu ntakuchekesha ukufe
Kesho tuko South B
Alafu – Ruaka
Roysambu
Umoja
Donholm
Thika Road and the list will go on and on….”

source http://nairobiwire.com/2021/04/eric-omondi-now-a-cab-driver-in-new-brand-ambassador-partnership.html

The Deep Reason Why Nazizi is Stretching her Earlobes

Having been in the limelight since the ’90s, one would be forgiven for thinking that they know everything there is to know about musician Nazizi Hirji.

The First Lady of Kenyan HipHop recently shared little-known details about her family history, leaving her loyal fanbase in awe.

“Thought I’d share a little bit of my family history and origin of my name. My Father @firozhirji is half Indian and half Tanzanian. His father came from Kolkata and his mother from Mbozi which is in Mbeya, Southern Tanzania. He named me after his grandmother. Na is the title for the firstborn daughter followed by their mother’s name,” she shared.

“The literal meaning of my name is Na (firstborn daughter of..) Zizi ( root in Kiswahili). Hence I am the firstborn daughter of root. That’s why I’m super proud to be the ROOTS DAUGHTER,” Nazizi added.

The reggae artist also revealed that her deep family history is linked to her stretched earlobes, which some people have been asking her about.

“So many people have asked me why I’m Expanding my ears. My answer CULTURE. My grandmother and my great-grandma Nazizi had theirs ears expanded traditionally,” she wrote alongside a picture of the “Original NAZIZi”.

According to Nazizi, she always struggled with her identity because of being multiracial.

“I’m so proud that my parents gave me an African name in those times when English names were the norm.

“Being mixed race I always struggled with identity and never felt like I fit in anywhere but I always sought to connect with all the cultures I come from. I will soon share the story on my double nose piercing,” said the Vybez Radio presenter.

Nazizi also disclosed that the first time she stretched her earlobes was painful.

“I won’t lie the first expansion was very painful and as u go up it gets better but I recently went a size up and waaaah it hurt. At the stage, I’m in yes it’s reversible but not completely,” she told a fan who wondered if stretched earlobes are painful and reversible.

Moral of the story? Know your culture lest you become a slave, because “Mwacha Mila ni Mtumwa”.

source http://nairobiwire.com/2021/04/the-deep-reason-why-nazizi-is-stretching-her-earlobes.html

Guardian Angel Regrets Wasting Money on his First Mercedes Benz

Award-winning gospel singer Audiphaxad Peter Omwaka alias Guardian Angel says he will never forgive himself for spending a lot of money on his first car.

According to the ‘Atawale’ hitmaker, his first ride was a Mercedes Benz which he bought to keep up with his celebrity status.

Guardian Angel now wishes he could have spent the millions on an investment project.

“One thing I wasted money on was buying my first Car. I could have recorded a lot of songs. Yaani hiyo kitu nilitupa tu pesa hapo, kama ningekuwa vile nafikiria sai singe-buy hiyo Gari, ningerekodi mawimbo. Ilikuwa Mercedes Benz,” he told Pulse Live.

“Unajua hiyo time nilikuwa nadhani ukiwa msanii ako na Gari utatokea wasee wafeel…hiyo kitu niliwaste pesa and I will never forgive myself kwa sababu ya hiyo kitu, juu ningefanya kitu ya maana na hiyo Doo,” he added.

Guardian Angel is, however, proud of venturing into farming.

“Being a farmer manze, siku hizi mimi ni mtu nafuga kuku, I think that is one of my greatest investment that I’m proud of.

“And also we are proud of what we have put in the Album that we are about to release. Hiyo tumeinvest,” said Guardian.

When asked if he would collaborate with a secular artiste, Angel said: “Yes, but it depends pia huyu Secular artiste ako aje. Initially nilikuwa nasema ni kitu haiwezekani but again nikajiuliza who is the most righteous person to sing for God? juu pia mimi niko tu na dhambi zangu.

“Mimi pia si righteous, so pia sometime God pia anaweza kuwa anataka kutumia hiyo song kubadilisha huyu artiste na mimi niko hapo nakataa hiyo Collabo. But kitu naweza fanya ni kuimba a gospel song na mtu wa secular na sio mimi niimbe a secular song hiyo haiwezekani,” he explained.

source http://nairobiwire.com/2021/04/guardian-angel-regrets-wasting-money-on-his-first-mercedes-benz.html

DJ Sadic Bags New Show, Promises “fresh gospel experience”

The veteran gospel music disc jokey Marvin Sande alias Dj Sadic is coming to a TV screen near you with a brand new gospel show.

The Genius Records CEO will be hosting the new show dubbed ‘The Light  House’ on Switch TV. He will be presenting the show alongside budding media personality Kerry Kagiri every Sunday from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM.

DJ Sadic made the announcement on his socials, promising viewers a fresh gospel experience.

“Ready to Light Up your Sundays!!! A fresh gospel experience coming your way on your favorite @switchtvke with the amazing @kerrykagiri and yours truly #TheMixGenius ARE YOU READY?  #TheLightHouse” he penned.

DJ Sadic has been with the Red Cross-owned TV Station since April 2020 after leaving KTN. He has been working alongside Mary Mwikali on ‘Full Cycle’ which airs on Fridays.

Ms Kerry Kagiri on the other hand is a radio presenter on Hope FM. She said she is excited to join Switch TV to spread the Gospel.

“Always a pleasure to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ and shout from the rooftops He is Lord and He is the HOPE we all need! Join @djsadic and I every Sunday on Switch TV for #TheLighthouse#TV#Live#GospelPower#Fun#Dance,” wrote Ms Kagiri.

 

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source http://nairobiwire.com/2021/04/dj-sadic-bags-new-show-promises-fresh-gospel-experience.html

Passengers from India to Undergo Mandatory Testing as Flights are Suspended

Kenya has suspended all passenger flights from India for 14 days following a spike in COVID-19 infections.

Health CS Mutahi Kagwe on Wednesday said the suspension will take effect from Friday, with those arriving before then expected to undergo mandatory testing.

“Those found positive for Covid-19 shall be isolated for 14 days at their own cost,” CS Kagwe announced.

The CS, however, said cargo flights will continue upon adherence to the Coronavirus containment measures.

Following the announcement by Kagwe, Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council released a list of 10 isolation facilities that will be used by passengers from India.

The facilities in Nairobi and Mombasa will charge between Sh7500 to Sh14,000 for full board accommodation.

In Nairobi, passengers will quarantine at Hilton Garden Inn at JKIA, Royal Tulip Hotel on Chaka Road, Waridi Paradise Hotel and Suites in Hurligham, Ngong Hills Hotel on Ngong road, Swiss Lenana Mout Hotel on Ralph Bunche road, Ufungamano Guest House Nairobi, The Strand Leisure Hotel, and Nairobi West and Covent International Hotel.

In Mombasa, the Isolation facilities are Mombasa Beach Hotel and Reef Hotel.

source http://nairobiwire.com/2021/04/passengers-from-india-to-undergo-mandatory-testing-as-flights-are-suspended.html

Revealed: Number of Billionaires in Nairobi

Kenya’s Capital Nairobi is home to 75.8 percent of Kenya’s billionaires, a new wealth report shows.

According to an annual study of Africa’s wealthiest people by Mauritius-based AfrAsia Bank, about 250 of 330 Kenyans with a net worth of at least $10 million (Sh1.08 billion) reside in Nairobi.

Overall, 26 Kenyans dropped out of the ultra-rich list in 2020 from 356 in 2019 and 370 in 2017. The drop was attributed to the Covid-19 pandemic which has disrupted businesses across Africa.

AfrAsia Bank noted that Africa’s super-rich persons dropped by nine percent last year.

In the capital city Nairobi, the number of billionaires dropped by 10, accounting for 38 percent of individuals whose net assets fell below $10 million(Sh1.08 billion).

According to the Africa Wealth Report, Kenya ranks fourth among countries with the highest concentration of billionaires in Africa.

South Africa topped the list with 1,930 billionaires followed by Egypt (810) and Nigeria (460).

In the cities’ ranking, Nairobi emerged sixth in the continent.

— Additional Reporting by Business Daily

source http://nairobiwire.com/2021/04/revealed-number-of-billionaires-in-nairobi.html

All The Trending Memes and Tweets This Thursday

This is what’s trending on social media today.

source http://nairobiwire.com/2021/04/all-the-trending-memes-and-tweets-this-thursday-3.html

Justice Martha Koome Assures Kenyans, “You’re in Safe Hands”

Martha Koome has pledged to serve Kenyans to the best of her ability after the Judicial Service Commission nominated her to be the next Chief Justice.

“You are in safe hands and I thank God you prayed for me,” she said on Tuesday shortly after her nomination.

Koome, who will become Kenya’s first female Chief Justice once President Kenyatta approves her appointment, attributed her nomination to God.

“This is the hand of the Lord. I am a servant of the Lord and I see this is a higher calling from the Lord for me to serve people.

“I have so many people who prayed for me, especially the children at Imani Children’s Home who dedicated every Tuesday to praying for me. It is the doing of the Lord,” she said.

Madam Chief Justice Koome also issued a statement on Wednesday saying she was honoured and grateful to the Judicial Service Commission for nominating her to succeed David Maraga.

“It will indeed be an honour and a great privilege for me to serve this great country as the Chief Justice if confirmed to the office,” he said.

“I appreciate this was after a thorough, rigorous and a very competitive process that saw some of the best legal minds come forward as capable candidates demonstrating their willingness to serve Kenyans.”

“As l continue to prepare for the next stage, l wish to convey my profound gratitude to all well-wishers who encouraged and prayed for me. I continue to thank God and seek your prayers as I go through the confirmation process,” she said.

“I wish to assure Kenyans of my unwavering commitment to serve them to the best of my abilities.”

source http://nairobiwire.com/2021/04/justice-martha-koome-assures-kenyans-youre-in-safe-hands.html

Uhuru and Boris Johnson Speak Ahead Of UK-Kenya Global Education Summit

President Uhuru Kenyatta on Tuesday spoke with UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson on phone.

In their conversation, the President and the Prime Minister discussed several matters of mutual interest, top among them the Global Education Summit which Kenya and the UK will co-host in July.

Through the Summit, Kenya and the UK aim to raise 5 billion USD, the amount needed to get 175 million children into school around the world.

Besides the Summit, President Kenyatta and PM Johnson talked about Kenya-UK collaboration in the fight against Covid-19, climate change and, regional security and peace.

On Covid-19, the President and the Prime Minister explored new avenues of collaboration including research on identifying new mutations of the virus and accelerated access to vaccines.

President Kenyatta and PM Johnson expressed concerns on the unfolding political situation in Somalia, and resolved to work more closely through the UN Security Council, the Commonwealth and other multilateral platforms to ensure regional peace and stability.

On climate change, the President and the Prime Minister exchanged notes ahead of COP26 in Glasgow and explored opportunities for partnerships in areas such as renewable energy where Kenya is an African success story.

source http://nairobiwire.com/2021/04/uhuru-and-boris-johnson-speak-ahead-of-uk-kenya-global-education-summit.html

Keroche’s New Strong Beer will Generate Sh1B to KRA, says Tabitha Karanja

Keroche Breweries Ltd is banking on its newly launched Vienna Ice Strong Lager to generate more than Sh1 billion to Kenya Revenue Authority annually.

Despite a 25 percent drop in beer sales due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Naivasha-based brewer exuded confidence that it will recover through the new brand that boasts 10 percent alcohol content.

During the new Vienna Ice Strong Lager launch on Tuesday, April 27, Keroche CEO Tabitha Karanja said the beer was the first strongest locally brewed in the market.

“The new product Vienna Ice Strong Lager will generate over Sh1 billion to KRA every year and this will rise with time as per our market projections,” she said.

Ms Karanja said they introduced the new beer brand following a two-year survey which indicated the absence of strong beer in the country.

“For years, consumers have relied on imports in this market and the new brand which is unique will fill this gap,” Karanja said.

The Keroche founder also revealed plans were underway to launch another brand of strong beer in the next three months.

source http://nairobiwire.com/2021/04/keroches-new-strong-beer-will-generate-sh1b-to-kra-says-tabitha-karanja.html

Sexually Explicit Cartoon Earns Mt Kenya TV a Suspension and Hefty Fine

The Communication Authority of Kenya has finally taken disciplinary action against Mt Kenya TV for airing explicit content last week.

On Monday, April 19, 2021, the vernacular station aired an animated movie titled “Free Jimmy” during its ‘Mucii wa Ciiana’ (home of the children) programme. The film contained sexually explicit content and scenes containing drug abuse, robbery, and violence.

In a statement on Wednesday, the Communication Authority said it established that Mt Kenya TV aired the content at 2 pm – during the watershed period – thereby exposing minors to offensive and grievous content.

Authority acting director-general Mercy Wanjau said Mt Kenya TV attributed the violation to a content mix-up in the control room, but failed to explain how the offensive content found its way into the content server.

“In addition, the licensee outlined a raft of measures taken to prevent a recurrence, including instituting internal disciplinary action and a fresh audit of all content lined up for airing to ensure the programming complied with the law,” Mercy Wanjau said.

The authority suspended Mt Kenya TV for four weeks and also imposed a penalty of Sh500,000.

“The authority has directed Mt Kenya TV Channel to go off air from mid-day today for a minimum period of fours weeks, within which time the licensee shall put in place appropriate safeguards to ensure compliance with its license terms and conditions. The station will only go back on air after the authority confirms that it has complied with all the current and outstanding compliance issues,” stated Mrs. Wanjau.

“The Authority notes with great concern that the licensee has continued to countenance non-compliance and as a result some of the issues raised before have remained outstanding for over 120 days. As a result, the authority has imposed a penalty of Ksh.500,000, which is recoverable summarily. These outstanding compliance issues should be closed within 30 days.”

The station was also directed to review its internal controls on access to the system for queuing and scheduling of its programmes to prevent a recurrence of the same, as well as to avail all staff for mandatory training on the Programming Code within 7 days.

The authority further wants Mt Kenya TV to review its editorial policy to align it with requirements of the law on protection of children, and to ensure the Media Council of Kenya accredits its presenter

source http://nairobiwire.com/2021/04/sexually-explicit-cartoon-earns-mt-kenya-tv-a-suspension-and-hefty-fine.html

I Don’t Deserve Such Treatment, Linturi Laments Dramatic Arrest

Meru Senator Mithika Linturi was Wednesday afternoon arrested under unclear circumstances, forcing Speaker Kenneth Lusaka to postpone the Senate sitting on the BBI Bill.

Linturi was later released following complaints from Senators who threatened to boycott the debate on the BBI Bill.

When the Meru senator returned to the chambers, he said armed DCI officers who were in three vehicles dramatically arrested him from his home in Nairobi.

“The few hours I have been in the hands of my good brother Kinoti has not been one of the best experiences, to say the least. But I must thank this House who have seen it very necessary to stand up and be with me…not because I am not answerable to agencies investigating any matter or that I am not supposed to be arrested,” said Linturi.

The Senator castigated the DCI saying he should have been treated with dignity.

“Today is a serious day in the history of this country. Despite that serious moment in our history that will not probably come in the next few years… I find it very absurd. I would have been summoned to go to the DCI on Monday or yesterday or any other day but doing it today is what is very painful. When I left here and went to my house after reading the Bill, I found police officers in three vehicles brandishing guns wanting to arrest me. I don’t think I deserve such a treatment,” he averred.

Adding: “Mr Speaker we require to be treated with dignity we require to be told whenever we have done anything wrong or something is being investigated to appear and shed light. I can’t leave Kenya. I’m elected. If I was to run away I would lose my seat.”

Linturi said he was directed to appear before the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) on Thursday morning.

“I have been told to appear tomorrow at 9 o’clock but we shall be here to debate this Bill. So I don’t know what we shall do. Because I need to be here.”

source http://nairobiwire.com/2021/04/i-dont-deserve-such-treatment-linturi-laments-dramatic-arrest.html

Over 100 Football Fans Fined Sh10,000 for Watching Champions League Match

A group of 106 football fans that was arrested in Kitale while watching the Champions League semi-final between Real Madrid and Chelsea was Wednesday presented in court for flouting the Covid-19 containment measures.

Police caught the football fans in several video show centres at Shanty slums in the outskirts of Kitale town during curfew hours Tuesday night.

Kitale Law Courts Senior Resident Magistrate Moureen Kesse fined the fanatics Sh10,000 each or risk going to jail for two month months.

The magistrate ruled that each of the 106 accused persons pays Sh5,000 for flouting the 10 pm-4 am curfew and Sh5,000 for failing to observe social distancing protocols. Each charge attracts a one-month jail term should the accused persons fail to pay the fine.

The men have 12 days to appeal the ruling.

Trans Nzoia County Police Commander Fredrick Ochieng warned that they will continue with the surveillance to ensure residents who don’t follow the measures are brought to book.

source http://nairobiwire.com/2021/04/over-100-football-fans-fined-sh10000-for-watching-champions-league-match.html

Allan Wanga to Hang up Boots at the End of the Season

Former Harambee Stars striker Allan Wanga has announced his retirement from active football at the end of the 2020-21 season.

The Kakamega Homeboyz striker cited his age and other private engagements in the decision to hang up his boots.

“Age is catching up with me and I can no longer battle with young energetic players featuring in top-flight football. Besides, I have achieved what any footballer could desire in his sporting career,” Wanga told the press on Tuesday.

He noted that his decision took his colleagues and coaching staff by surprise as they expected him to play for another season.

“Coach Nicholas Muyoti and most of the players were in pain to accept that I will no longer be with them at the end of the season. They still believe I was energetic enough to play for one season,” he said.

Wanga said apart from featuring for the national team for 12 years, his other achievement is plying his trade overseas.

“I have done my best in the last 13 years or more in top-flight football and I think it is time for me to vacate the scene for the young generation,” the 35-year-old prolific striker added.

Allan Wanga further expressed his gratitude to the Kakamega Homeboyz family saying he will the club and their fans.

“Homeboyz is my second home… I have had a very nice time with the club since joining them. Everybody here from the technical bench, players and fans are too good to work with. I will miss them dearly,” he said.

Wanga, who serves as Sports Director in the sports ministry in Kakamega County, said he now wants to focus on his job alongside other private activities.

He also ruled out becoming a coach saying it is a strenuous profession.

“I am not able to sustain the pressure that I have witnessed coaches go through. I don’t admire sitting on the touchline,” Wanga said.

Wanga has played for Tusker FC, Petro Atletico (Angola), Baku (Azerbaijan), Sofapaka, Leopards, and Al-Merreikh of Sudan.

source http://nairobiwire.com/2021/04/allan-wanga-to-hang-up-boots-at-the-end-of-the-season.html