Former presidential aspirant Reuben Kigame narrowly avoided a serious accident on Sunday morning while traveling along the Kapsabet-Chavakali road in Vihiga County. Kigame reported that an Easy Coach bus, allegedly speeding, attempted to overtake another vehicle at around 5:00 am, forcing his driver to swerve off the road to avoid…
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has revealed details surrounding the death of George Otobe, also known as Omundu, a boda boda rider who was killed during a political rally in Mbale town, Vihiga County, on Saturday. Incident Details According to the DCI, Otobe, a resident of Kisumu County, allegedly…
Nairobi, Kenya – Public Service Principal Secretary Jane Kere Imbunya has addressed a viral video showing her ejecting journalists from an event she presided over in Vihiga County, sparking debate on press freedom and leadership conduct. In an interview with a local radio station on Monday, February 9, 2026, Imbunya…
The Vihiga Magistrate’s Court has sentenced Bishop John Mweresi, leader of the African Israel Nineveh Church, to nine months in prison after finding him guilty of land fraud and forgery. The ruling, delivered on Monday afternoon, saw Bishop Mweresi convicted on four counts, including forging documents and illegally acquiring land.…
Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has openly questioned the political clout of Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, claiming his influence in Western Kenya has been overstated. Speaking to the press on Monday, November 10, 2025, Khalwale dismissed suggestions that Mudavadi commands firm control in the region, arguing that the former vice…
Trans-Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has urged Kenyans to accord the Luhya community the respect and recognition it deserves, cautioning against reducing their role to domestic work or treating them merely as a voting bloc during elections. Speaking in Luanda, Vihiga County, on Saturday, September 27, 2025, the governor highlighted the…
Police in Vihiga County have arrested a man believed to be linked to gang activities in the Esirulo area. The operation was conducted by officers from Emuhaya Police Station during a routine patrol at around 2:30 am on Friday, September 26, 2025. According to a statement issued by the National…