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16 Sep

Tigania East MP Mpuru Aburi Reports Threats to Life to DCI in Meru

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Tigania East Member of Parliament Mpuru Aburi has filed a statement with the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Meru, alleging that his life is in danger. Aburi claims that there are coordinated efforts by some individuals, allegedly supported by a senior politician from Meru County, to plan his assassination. In his statement, Aburi indicated that these threats are linked to his strong political stance and positions within Meru County. He expressed concern that his outspoken views and political actions might have triggered these dangerous intentions against him. Aburi’s lawyer, Anthony Mwenda, emphasized the importance of documenting these threats with…

08 Aug

Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza impeached for the third time

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Governor Kawira Mwangaza has been impeached for the third time on charges of abuse of office, gross misconduct and gross violation of the Constitution and other laws. 40 out of 69 members of the county assembly voted in favour of the impeachment motion tabled by Deputy Majority Party Leader Zipporah Kinya, meeting the two-thirds threshold. Another 17 voted against the impeachment motion, while three did not vote.

21 Jul

Meru Senator Murungi Tells UDA Secretary General to Keep Off Meru Politics

admin0 CommentsNewsCleophas Malala, Kathuri Murungi, Meru County

Meru Senator and Deputy Speaker of the Senate, Kathuri Murungi, has firmly told off UDA Secretary General Cleophas Malala, urging him to stay out of Meru's political affairs. This declaration follows Malala's recent intervention, where he wrote a letter to Mrs. Zipporah Kinya, demanding the immediate withdrawal of the impeachment motion against Governor Kawira Mwangaza, citing the interest of party cohesion and stability. Senator Murungi asserted that the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party has no authority to interfere with the county assembly's business, which is governed by the constitution and standing orders. He emphasized that Malala's actions were inappropriate and…

08 Jul

Meru Elders Defend Interior CS and Police IG Over Handling of Protests

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Meru Elders, known as Njuri Ncheke, have voiced their support for Interior Cabinet Secretary Prof. Kithure Kindiki and Inspector General of Police Japhet Koome regarding their management of last week's protests across Kenya. The elders argue that the criticism directed at Kindiki and Koome is politically motivated and intended to tarnish their reputations, despite their actions being within the bounds of the law. The Njuri Ncheke also praised President William Ruto for engaging with the younger generation, known as Gen Z, demonstrating his willingness to listen and address their concerns. The elders reiterated their steadfast support for the president and…

07 Jul

Five Dead, Including Police Officer, After Bandit Attack in Meru County

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Five people, including a police officer, have been confirmed dead and several others injured following a violent exchange of gunfire between herders and bandits in Kilenda area, Nkandone Sub-location, Naathu location, Meru County. The attack occurred yesterday evening when around 40 heavily armed Samburu bandits targeted herders grazing their livestock. The intense gunfire lasted for five hours, ultimately forcing the police officers to withdraw at dusk. The bandits managed to steal 159 livestock during the assault. Mutuati Deputy County Commissioner Silvester Mwangulu confirmed the fatalities and the livestock theft. The authorities are investigating the incident and are working on measures…