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Kericho Governor Erick Mutai faces a full Senate impeachment trial next week over alleged misappropriation of 85.7 million Kenyan shillings and abuse of office. This comes as Moi University lecturers strike over a 8.6 billion Kenyan shillings agreeme...Kericho Governor Erick Mutai faces a full Senate impeachment trial next week over alleged misappropriation of 85.7 million Kenyan shillings and abuse of office. This comes as Moi University lecturers strike over a 8.6 billion Kenyan shillings agreement, potentially affecting admissions. In other news, the government extended payroll deadlines, while the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal reversed Gloria Orwoba's UDA expulsion despite her Senate replacement being sworn in. Senate Speaker Kingi addressed President Ruto's bribery allegations against Senators, and CS Murkomen is leading efforts to curb livestock theft in Nyandarua.••• Listen for full story (5 min)(more in audio brief)
Mutai to face Senators from Wednesday next week as Senate sets key timelines
The Kenyan Senate will hear an impeachment motion against Kericho Governor Erick Mutai next week in a plenary session, after a proposal to form a special committee failed. The governor faces numerous accusations including misappropriation of funds, abuse of office, and gross misconduct, with over Sh85.7 million in alleged fictitious payments.
Summary: Charges facing Kericho Governor Mutai at Senate impeachment trial
Kericho Governor Erick Mutai faces an impeachment trial in the Senate over accusations of gross violation of the Constitution and other laws. The charges include massive misappropriation of public funds, abuse of office, and gross misconduct, after a proposal to form a special committee collapsed.
Governor Mutai’s Senate Impeachment Trial Moves to Plenary
Kericho Governor Erick Mutai will face a full impeachment trial before the Senate plenary after a motion to form a special committee failed to receive a seconder. The decision means the entire Senate will now hear allegations against Governor Mutai, including abuse of office and financial impropriety.
Twist as Tribunal Reverses Orwoba’s Expulsion as Senate Swears in Replacement
The Political Parties Disputes Tribunal has shockingly reversed the **United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Party's** expulsion of former nominated senator Gloria Orwoba, citing procedural irregularities. This ruling creates confusion as a replacement, Consolata Nabwire Wakwabubi, was sworn into the Senate on Wednesday, August 20, the same day the tribunal made its decision.
Blow as University Lecturers Strike Day to First-Year Admissions
Lecturers at Moi University have gone on strike, jeopardizing the first-year student admissions set for Thursday, August 21. The strike stems from the university management's alleged failure to honor a return-to-work agreement, specifically a Ksh8.6 billion deal concerning salaries and statutory deductions.
Murkomen leads multi-agency push to curb Nyandarua livestock theft
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen is leading a multi-agency operation to combat escalating livestock theft in Nyandarua County, following a surge in public outcry over significant economic losses and disruptions to local meat supply chains. The crackdown aims to stabilize income for smallholders and restore buyer confidence.
Kingi Fires Back at Ruto Over Alleged Ksh 150M Senate Bribes
The Speaker of the Senate, Amason Kingi, has responded to allegations by President William Ruto concerning Senators receiving up to Ksh 150 million in bribes to influence decisions.
State asks Caf to let fans fill up Kasarani
Kenyan government petitions Caf to let 48,000 fans to attend the highly-anticipated knock-out match.
Devolution Conference is a waste of funds
It is just meant for governors and others to show off about who has the biggest limousine or wears most expensive suit.
High Court Suspends President Ruto's Multi-Agency Anti-Corruption Taskforce
Kenya-led Security Mission Conducts Operations in Haiti as Ruto Engages US on UN Support
NTSA and Government Launch Road Safety Initiatives Targeting School Transport
Government Requires Police Clearance for Gachagua's Rally as Supporters Warn Against His Arrest
High Court Halts President Ruto's Newly Formed Anti-Corruption Committee
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