Former Nairobi Governor Anne Kananu has defended the cooperation agreement between President William Ruto and Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja, dismissing claims that the deal amounts to a transfer of county functions to the National Government. Clarifying Constitutional Provisions In a statement issued on Friday, Kananu argued that critics are misinterpreting…
On February 12, 2026, Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja announced that the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Line 5 project is in its final approval stage at the National Treasury, rekindling hopes for a modern mass transit system in the capital. Renewed Commitment During a courtesy call with South Korea’s Ambassador to…
President William Ruto has defended the recently signed cooperation framework between the National Government and Nairobi County, dismissing critics and urging leaders to prioritize service delivery over politics. Clarifying the Agreement Speaking on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, during the Climate Works Nairobi River Regeneration Programme in Lucky Summer, the Head…
Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has sharply criticised the cooperation agreement signed between President William Ruto and Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja, describing it as a “hostile takeover” of county functions and an assault on devolution. Owino’s Remarks Speaking at a press conference at Parliament Buildings on Wednesday, February…
Nairobi is set to take center stage this weekend as the city hosts the opening leg of the HSBC World Rugby SVNS 2 tournament at the Nyayo National Stadium. Governor Johnson Sakaja has extended a warm welcome to visiting teams, officials, and fans, describing the event as a defining moment…
Nairobi, Kenya – Governor Johnson Sakaja has dismissed speculation that his recent meeting with President William Ruto signaled a transfer of county functions to the National Government, insisting that he would “not betray” the constitutional mandate entrusted to him by Nairobi residents. Delivering his State of the County Address at…
Nairobi, Kenya – President William Ruto has unveiled a bold four-pillar agenda to transform Nairobi into a modern, developed capital under his “Singapore dream” plan. Speaking during a church service in Embakasi, the President emphasized that Nairobi must lead Kenya’s journey toward becoming a first-world nation. “If we are going…
Nairobi, Kenya – The Nairobi City County Government has unveiled LiquorPay, a fully automated digital platform designed to streamline liquor licensing by eliminating paperwork, reducing bureaucracy, and enhancing transparency and efficiency across the city. The new system marks a significant step in Governor Johnson Sakaja’s broader initiative to modernize city…