High Court halts MP Kihara's prosecution over offensive conduct charges

The judge directed the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) to respond to Kihara’s petition within seven days.

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Ex-Lands Commissioner Sammy Mwaita charged in Sh300 million Nairobi land fraud

Another charge accuses Mwaita of providing false information to police. 

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Petition filed seeking to declare KEMSA CEO Waqo unfit to hold office

According to the petitioners, it is an undisputed fact that Waqo, having been appointed at the Ministry of Health in 1996, failed to resign as required by the Constitution and the law.

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Why top four security bosses must face justice for Gen Z deaths

Gospel artist Reuben Kigame sought court approval to privately prosecute Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen, accusing him of crimes against humanity during the Gen Z protests.

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Kamani brothers, ex-PSs back in the dock over Sh3.5b Anglo Leasing case

High Court set aside Magistrate's ruling that had give the five clean bill of health.  DPP has established a prima facie case involving procurement of security equipment.

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Lawsuits pile against the State over atrocities

A growing tide of legal action is sweeping across courts, with the government squarely in the crosshairs over the brutal crackdown on Gen Z protestors. 

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Suspect accused of hacking OCS Talaam's phone denied bail

Rono was today charged with computer fraud at Milimani Law Court where Magistrate Benmark Ekhubi ordered that he be remanded at the Industrial Area Prison until September 12,2025.

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Businessman fights DPP's bid to drop Sh300m land fraud case

The DPP had sought to terminate the proceedings against Abdirahaman Muhumed Abdi under Section 87(a) of the Criminal Procedure Code. 

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KDF officer, civilian convicted of gang raping woman at police station

High Court Judge Alexander Muteti sentenced a KDF officer to 20 years in prison for his role in the 2018 gang rape of a refugee woman inside Central Police Station.

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'They extorted my family': Starlet Wahu murder suspect accuses officers of bribery, intimidation

Matara claimed the officers have been demanding money from his family at the Milimani Law Courts' basement cells.

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Airbnb owner recounts chilling scene of Starlet Wahu's murder

An Airbnb owner on Monday gave a chilling testimony at the Milimani High Court recounting the horrifying moment she found socialite Starlet Wahu’s body lying in a pool of blood. 

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Court told Sonko charges 'hatched at State House'

Former Nairobi County Finance CEC Winfred Gathagu has told court that the graft charges against Sonko were part of a broader plot orchestrated at State House to remove him from office.

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Charges against MP Kihara properly framed, court rules

Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara has suffered a major blow after a Nairobi court ordered her to take a plea on charges of offensive conduct.

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Journalist gives five photos, video to prove who killed Rex Masai

The photojournalist tendered five photographs and a video clip that purport to clearly identify Murangiri as the man who pulled the trigger. 

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Police officer pleads not guilty to murder of mask vendor Boniface Kariuki

Masinde appeared before High Court Judge Kimondo Kanyi on Monday, where he entered a plea of not guilty.

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Petitioners target Kuppet treasurer over credentials

Two teachers have moved to court seeking the suspension of KUPPET National Treasurer Wicks Njenga Mwathi accusing him of impersonating a teacher and illegally holding office.

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KUPPET Treasurer Njenga urges court to strike out suit seeking his removal

Embattled KUPPET National Treasurer Wicks Mwethi Njenga has asked the Court to dismiss a lawsuit filed by two union members seeking his removal from office.

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Samidoh granted anticipatory bail ahead of return

Popular Mugithi artist Samidoh has been granted anticipatory bail of Sh200,000 by the High Court, blocking his possible arrest upon arrival from the United States today.

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Why DIG Eliud Lagat's suspension bid has stalled again

The bid to have Deputy IG Eliud Lagat suspended from office on flopped for the second time after AG Dorcas Oduor challenged the High Court’s jurisdiction to hear and determine the case.

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KNH murder suspect to be held at Mbagathi Hospital

Kalombotole will be remanded under tight security at Mbagathi Hospital, OCS Kilimani Police Station tasked with overseeing his custody during this period. 

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DPP withdraws Sh32m graft case against Anangwe and three others

Last Thursday would have seen hearing of the case. The four were removed from office two months ago.

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Inquest into Rex Masai's death reveals police cover-up allegations

Three officers from Nairobi’s Central Police Station told the court that multiple irregularities riddled the Firearms Movement Register during the Gen-Z protests in June 2024.

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Man held for SIM swap swindle using ex-OCS Talaam's cell phone

 The former Central Police boss is in custody over Albert Ojwang’s murder probe; his phone was seized by Ipoa detectives on June 15 as an exhibit.

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Auditor-General flags Kenya Railways for SGR loan default

Failure to pay Exim Bank on time has incurred Sh34.1b in avoidable costs, comprising Sh5.3b in penalties and Sh28.85b in interest.

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High Court halts cargo transport by Joho-linked firm over South Sudan shipments

The High Court has barred a company associated with the family of Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho from transporting cargo to South Sudan.

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DEVELOPING: Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara in court after dramatic arrest

Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara taken to Milimani Law Courts shortly after being whisked away by police to an undisclosed location, to be arraigned following yesterday’s arrest.

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High Court refers gender suit to CJ Koome

The petitioners want all current MPs and senators sent home for failing to adhere to the two-thirds gender rule.

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Naivasha MP Kihara arraigned, charged with alleged offensive utterances

Naivasha Member of Parliament Jayne Kihara was on Friday arraigned before the Milimani Law Courts to face charges of offensive conduct.

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Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara released on Sh50,000 bond

Court releases Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara on Sh50,000 personal bond pending ruling on whether she will face charges of offensive conduct, plea set for July 29.

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Ndiang'ui mystery deepens as LSK seeks to grill blogger

Ndiang’ui reportedly went missing in June under mysterious circumstances and later resurfaced at the Milimani High Court.

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Wasn't me! How officer denied shooting Rex Masai despite evidence

The officer insists he never fired a shot, was not armed, and was not even in Nairobi on some of the days during the demonstrations in June last year.

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Shocking court audio reveals Sh5M daily bribe scheme involving Sonko, JamboPay

A 57-minute audio recording detailing a multi-million shilling bribery scheme  involving former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko and JamboPay was played in open court on Thursday.

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Court issues arrest warrant for Juja MP Koimburi over staged abduction plot

Court issues arrest warrant for Juja MP George Koimburi and two others over staged abduction, orders them to appear on August 5 to face criminal charges.

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Court rules State takeover of Gatoto School unlawful

After nearly a year of legal wrangles, the court reinstated the school as private, blocking all future interference by state actors.The court quashed the 2024 public school registration certificate.

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Whistleblower exposes Sh20m City Hall scandal linked to Sonko

The witness said the whistle was blown over a questionable contract between City Hall and JamboPay, owned by businessman Danson Muchemi, for revenue collection services.

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Officer exposes bribery plot in fight to secure Nairobi revenue collection tender

A police officer shocked a court with damning allegations that JamboPay Director Danson Muchemi attempted to bribe former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko to secure the revenue collection tender.

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Orwoba loses defamation suit, to pay Sh10.5m damages

The court found that Orwoba’s social media posts were made with ill intent and aimed at damaging both his personal and professional reputation.

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DIG Lagat in office after court declines to bar him from performing duties

Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat has resumed office today as the High Court declined to issue conservatory orders barring him from work.

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Family seeks justice as County Assistant Commissioner goes missing after CS visit

The case, filed under a certificate of urgency at the Milimani Criminal Division, was presented by lawyers Danstan Omari and Shadrack Wambui on behalf of Hussein's family. 

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High Court nullifies IEBC bosses' gazettment

After weeks of tension and uncertainty, the country’s road to the 2027 General Election has finally been cleared.

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