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Tony Gachoka asks Wiper Party to back Sifunaโ€™s presidency

Published on October 4, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Ndiritu Wanjiru👁 27 views

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KANU Party spokesman Tony Gachoka has urged the Wiper Patriotic Front to join the emerging opposition push behind Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifunaโ€™s presidential bid ahead of the 2027 General Election. Writing on X on Sunday, October 4, 2026, Gachoka said Wiper should work with other opposition parties to build a united political force capable of […]

KANU Party spokesman Tony Gachoka has urged the Wiper Patriotic Front to join the emerging opposition push behind Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifunaโ€™s presidential bid ahead of the 2027 General Election. Writing on X on Sunday, October 4, 2026, Gachoka said Wiper should work with other opposition parties to build a united political force capable of […]

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DCI moves to tackle goonism, misinformation ahead of 2027 races

Published on October 4, 2026

Source: KBC DigitalBy Prudence Wanza👁 48 views

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The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has stepped up preparations to tackle emerging security threats in Nairobi ahead of the 2027 General Election. According to Nairobi Regional Criminal Investigations Officer Setim Kandie, the DCI is strengthening measures to address security concerns that could undermine peace, including goonism, misinformation and disinformation. Speaking to the media in Nairobi, Kandie said the DCIโ€ฆ

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has stepped up preparations to tackle emerging security threats in Nairobi ahead of the 2027 General Election.

According to Nairobi Regional Criminal Investigations Officer Setim Kandie, the DCI is strengthening measures to address security concerns that could undermine peace, including goonism, misinformation and disinformation.

Speaking to the media in Nairobi, Kandie said the DCI is also focusing on persistent crimes, including phone snatching, motor vehicle theft and fraudulent โ€œkazi majuuโ€ schemes, which continue to affect residents.

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Ndegwa Njiru: Opposition cannot pick presidential flagbearer at a funeral

Published on October 4, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Ndiritu Wanjiru👁 33 views

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Wiper Patriotic Party spokesperson Ndegwa Njiru has dismissed calls for opposition leaders to settle on a single presidential candidate during the burial of Peopleโ€™s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karuaโ€™s father, Mwalimu Jackson Karua. Writing on X on Sunday, October 4, 2026, Njiru said the selection of the United Alternative Governmentโ€™s flag bearer was too […]

Wiper Patriotic Party spokesperson Ndegwa Njiru has dismissed calls for opposition leaders to settle on a single presidential candidate during the burial of Peopleโ€™s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karuaโ€™s father, Mwalimu Jackson Karua. Writing on X on Sunday, October 4, 2026, Njiru said the selection of the United Alternative Governmentโ€™s flag bearer was too […]

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Iran FM tells US there is no military solution to their conflict

Published on October 4, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 30 views

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Sunday that there was no military solution to his country's conflict with the United States, with talks on ending the war apparently at an impasse. A campaign of heavy bombardment failed to bring a decisive close to the war launched by the US and Israel in late February, and Washington in recent weeks hasโ€ฆ

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Sunday that there was no military solution to his country's conflict with the United States, with talks on ending the war apparently at an impasse.

A campaign of heavy bombardment failed to bring a decisive close to the war launched by the US and Israel in late February, and Washington in recent weeks has dialled back military operations in favour of economic pressure.

"If our enemies again choose the path of military confrontation, our response will be stronger than before, and we will defend ourselves with even more force," Araghchi said at a gathering of foreign ambassadors.

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Kisumu Families Urged to Protect Homes, Livestock Ahead of El Niรฑo Rains

Published on October 4, 2026

Source: News โ€“ Capital FM KenyaBy CORRESPONDENT👁 28 views

NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 3 – Kisumu West MP Rosa Buyu has called on residents of South West Kisumu to take early precautions and remain vigilant as the region prepares for forecast El Niรฑo rains. Buyu, who is also a 2027 Kisumu gubernatorial aspirant, said communities should work together to protect lives, homes, livestock and livelihoods from the potential effects ofโ€ฆ

NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 3 – Kisumu West MP Rosa Buyu has called on residents of South West Kisumu to take early precautions and remain vigilant as the region prepares for forecast El Niรฑo rains.

Buyu, who is also a 2027 Kisumu gubernatorial aspirant, said communities should work together to protect lives, homes, livestock and livelihoods from the potential effects of heavy rainfall.

She made the remarks during an engagement with residents in her home ward, where she assessed preparedness efforts and urged households to take the necessary measures before the rains intensify.

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DCI tightens grip on goons and scammers ahead of 2027 races

Published on October 4, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Ndiritu Wanjiru👁 33 views

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Nairobi has committed to tightening its grip on goons, scammers and other criminal elements as Kenya prepares for the 2027 General Election. Taking it to its social media handles on Sunday, October 4, 2026, the agency said it was implementing measures under the multi-agency security framework to address […]

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Nairobi has committed to tightening its grip on goons, scammers and other criminal elements as Kenya prepares for the 2027 General Election. Taking it to its social media handles on Sunday, October 4, 2026, the agency said it was implementing measures under the multi-agency security framework to address […]

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India police investigate sexual harassment allegations during protests

Published on October 4, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 20 views

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Indian police launched an investigation on Sunday into allegations of sexual harassment against officers during protests in the capital against the country's election commission. Protests began on Friday demanding the Election Commission of India (ECI) chief Gyanesh Kumar step down, alleging wrongdoing during a large-scale voter-roll revision that has struck millions of names from the lists. The ECI has rejectedโ€ฆ

Indian police launched an investigation on Sunday into allegations of sexual harassment against officers during protests in the capital against the country's election commission.

Protests began on Friday demanding the Election Commission of India (ECI) chief Gyanesh Kumar step down, alleging wrongdoing during a large-scale voter-roll revision that has struck millions of names from the lists.

The ECI has rejected allegations of wrongdoing. Kumar himself has not commented.

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Gachoka urges Uhuru to back Sifuna as opposition unity push intensifies

Published on October 4, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Emmanuel Rono👁 37 views

Edwin Sifuna

KANU Nairobi gubernatorial candidate Tony Gachoka has called on retired President Uhuru Kenyatta to support Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, arguing that opposition leaders must unite ahead of the 2027 General Election. Gachoka said he had personally sent Uhuruโ€™s cousin, Peter Kihanya, to deliver the message during a meeting at Westgate, where he said the need […]

KANU Nairobi gubernatorial candidate Tony Gachoka has called on retired President Uhuru Kenyatta to support Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, arguing that opposition leaders must unite ahead of the 2027 General Election. Gachoka said he had personally sent Uhuruโ€™s cousin, Peter Kihanya, to deliver the message during a meeting at Westgate, where he said the need […]

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Gachagua claims Zimbabwean businessman Chivayo held Rutoโ€™s Ksh.1.5T before fatal crash

Published on October 4, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 39 views

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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has made explosive allegations linking President William Ruto to late Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, claiming the tycoon held money on the President's behalf and was part of an alleged plan to influence Kenya's 2027 General Election. Speaking during an engagement with clergy in Boston, United States, Gachagua claimed Chivayo, who died alongside his wife andโ€ฆ

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has made explosive allegations linking President William Ruto to late Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, claiming the tycoon held money on the President's behalf and was part of an alleged plan to influence Kenya's 2027 General Election.

Speaking during an engagement with clergy in Boston, United States, Gachagua claimed Chivayo, who died alongside his wife and four others in a helicopter crash in Zimbabwe on Wednesday, had business dealings with President Ruto.

Gachagua alleged that Chivayo had been used to move and hold money for the President, claims for which he did not provide evidence during his address.

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