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Former Attorney General Paul Kihara cremated in Nairobi

Published on November 5, 2026

Source: KahawatunguBy Oki Bin Oki👁 14 views

David MaragaKalonzo MusyokaWiper

Former Attorney General Paul Kihara, who died on November 3 aged 72, was cremated in Nairobi in accordance with his final wishes. His family said he had wished to be cremated. It was anticipated, some of those present said. Kihara was cremated at the Kariokor Crematorium on Wednesday, November 4, in a ceremony attended by senior judicial officials and prominentโ€ฆ

Former Attorney General Paul Kihara, who died on November 3 aged 72, was cremated in Nairobi in accordance with his final wishes.

His family said he had wished to be cremated. It was anticipated, some of those present said.
Kihara was cremated at the Kariokor Crematorium on Wednesday, November 4, in a ceremony attended by senior judicial officials and prominent leaders, including former President Uhuru Kenyatta.

Among those who attended were Chief Justice Martha Koome, former Chief Justices Willy Mutunga and David Maraga, former Attorneys General Githu Muigai and Justin Muturi, former Attorney General Amos Wako, and Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka.

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Kalonzo, opposition leaders attacked as goons clash with police during Migori tour

Published on November 5, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 14 views

Kalonzo MusyokaWiper

The incidents occurred as the leaders continued their scheduled public engagement rallies, where they met residents to discuss issues affecting Kenyans and the country's political future. Wiper Patriotic Front (WPF) and the Ukombozi Alliance Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka, alongside other opposition leaders, on Thursday, November 5, faced attacks following running battles between suspected goons and police officers during a seriesโ€ฆ

The incidents occurred as the leaders continued their scheduled public engagement rallies, where they met residents to discuss issues affecting Kenyans and the country's political future.

Wiper Patriotic Front (WPF) and the Ukombozi Alliance Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka, alongside other opposition leaders, on Thursday, November 5, faced attacks following running battles between suspected goons and police officers during a series of political engagements in Migori County.

The incidents occurred as the leaders continued their scheduled public engagement rallies, where they met residents to discuss issues affecting Kenyans and the country's political future.

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Kalonzo names Matiangโ€™i, Orengo as chairpersons of Ukombozi Alliance council

Published on November 5, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Ndiritu Wanjiru👁 19 views

Kalonzo MusyokaJubileeWiper

Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has named Jubilee Party leader Fred Matiangโ€™i and Siaya Governor James Orengo as chairpersons of the Ukombozi Alliance Council, as opposition leaders intensify efforts to build a united political formation ahead of the 2027 General Election. Kalonzo announced the appointments on Thursday, November 5, 2026, upon his arrival at […]

Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has named Jubilee Party leader Fred Matiangโ€™i and Siaya Governor James Orengo as chairpersons of the Ukombozi Alliance Council, as opposition leaders intensify efforts to build a united political formation ahead of the 2027 General Election. Kalonzo announced the appointments on Thursday, November 5, 2026, upon his arrival at […]

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Kalonzoโ€™s Ukombozi tour attacked by goons in Migori

Published on November 5, 2026

Source: Politics โ€“ Capital FMBy DAVIS AYEGA👁 12 views

Kalonzo MusyokaWiper

NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 3 – Opposition leaders led by Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka were forced to condemn political violence after their Ukombozi tour came under attack by goons in Migori Town. The incident happened on the final stop of the opposition campaign, which had earlier taken the leaders through Ntimaru in Kuria, Kehancha and Posta Grounds before arriving in Migori.โ€ฆ

NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 3 – Opposition leaders led by Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka were forced to condemn political violence after their Ukombozi tour came under attack by goons in Migori Town.

The incident happened on the final stop of the opposition campaign, which had earlier taken the leaders through Ntimaru in Kuria, Kehancha and Posta Grounds before arriving in Migori.

Kalonzo accused the police of using teargas against their supporters despite what he described as a peaceful political meeting.

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Kalonzoโ€™s Ukombozi tour attacked by goons in Migori

Published on November 5, 2026

Source: News โ€“ Capital FMBy DAVIS AYEGA👁 12 views

Kalonzo MusyokaWiper

NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 3 – Opposition leaders led by Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka were forced to condemn political violence after their Ukombozi tour came under attack by goons in Migori Town. The incident happened on the final stop of the opposition campaign, which had earlier taken the leaders through Ntimaru in Kuria, Kehancha and Posta Grounds before arriving in Migori.โ€ฆ

NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 3 – Opposition leaders led by Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka were forced to condemn political violence after their Ukombozi tour came under attack by goons in Migori Town.

The incident happened on the final stop of the opposition campaign, which had earlier taken the leaders through Ntimaru in Kuria, Kehancha and Posta Grounds before arriving in Migori.

Kalonzo accused the police of using teargas against their supporters despite what he described as a peaceful political meeting.

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Orengo and Matiang'i appointed as co-chairs of Ukombozi Alliance Council

Published on November 5, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 13 views

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Kalonzo described the appointments as part of efforts to strengthen the opposition coalition and dismissed concerns over disagreements among its leaders. Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has appointed Siaya Governor James Orengo and Jubilee Party leader Fred Matiang'i as co-chairs of the Ukombozi Alliance Council formerly known as the Azimio la Umoja coalition. In a notice on Thursday, Novemberโ€ฆ

Kalonzo described the appointments as part of efforts to strengthen the opposition coalition and dismissed concerns over disagreements among its leaders.

Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has appointed Siaya Governor James Orengo and Jubilee Party leader Fred Matiang'i as co-chairs of the Ukombozi Alliance Council formerly known as the Azimio la Umoja coalition.

In a notice on Thursday, November 5, Kalonzo, upon arriving at Kisumu International Airport ahead of his tour of Migori and Homa Bay Counties, described the appointments as part of efforts to strengthen the opposition coalition and dismissed concerns over disagreements among its leaders.

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Kalonzo names Matiangโ€™i, Orengo to lead Ukombozi Alliance Council

Published on November 5, 2026

Source: Politics โ€“ Capital FMBy CORRESPONDENT👁 12 views

William RutoKalonzo MusyokaWiper

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 5 โ€“ Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has named former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiangโ€™i and Siaya Governor James Orengo as Chairman and co-chair of the Ukombozi Alliance Council, downplaying divisions within the opposition as leaders reorganise ahead of the 2027 General Election. Kalonzo announced the appointments on Wednesday upon arrival at Kisumu International Airport at theโ€ฆ

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 5 โ€“ Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has named former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiangโ€™i and Siaya Governor James Orengo as Chairman and co-chair of the Ukombozi Alliance Council, downplaying divisions within the opposition as leaders reorganise ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Kalonzo announced the appointments on Wednesday upon arrival at Kisumu International Airport at the start of a tour of Migori and Homa Bay counties, describing the emerging political formation as a broader coalition bringing together leaders committed to challenging President William Ruto.

The announcement comes amid competing political initiatives within the opposition, with leaders exploring different formations and possible presidential arrangements ahead of the next elections.

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Kalonzo names Matiangโ€™i, Orengo to lead Ukombozi Alliance Council

Published on November 5, 2026

Source: News โ€“ Capital FMBy CORRESPONDENT👁 12 views

William RutoKalonzo MusyokaWiper

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 5 โ€“ Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has named former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiangโ€™i and Siaya Governor James Orengo as Chairman and co-chair of the Ukombozi Alliance Council, downplaying divisions within the opposition as leaders reorganise ahead of the 2027 General Election. Kalonzo announced the appointments on Wednesday upon arrival at Kisumu International Airport at theโ€ฆ

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 5 โ€“ Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has named former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiangโ€™i and Siaya Governor James Orengo as Chairman and co-chair of the Ukombozi Alliance Council, downplaying divisions within the opposition as leaders reorganise ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Kalonzo announced the appointments on Wednesday upon arrival at Kisumu International Airport at the start of a tour of Migori and Homa Bay counties, describing the emerging political formation as a broader coalition bringing together leaders committed to challenging President William Ruto.

The announcement comes amid competing political initiatives within the opposition, with leaders exploring different formations and possible presidential arrangements ahead of the next elections.

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