A public feud between Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has escalated, with Murkomen labeling Gachagua the "father of violence."

• Murkomen accused Gachagua of sponsoring criminal gangs and promoting divisive politics, particularly in the wake of recent Gen Z protests.
• Rigathi Gachagua, in turn, claimed that security agencies and "state-sponsored goons" had planned violence against protesters, which he says his appeal helped avert.
• The clash highlights deepening disagreements between the two leaders concerning national security and the handling of public demonstrations.

Leaders from Western Kenya are advocating for National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula to be President William Ruto's running mate in the 2027 General Election.

• The region plans to deliver approximately four million votes to President Ruto in 2027 in exchange for consideration for the deputy presidency.
• Key figures pushing for this include Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa and MPs Raphael Wanjala and Titus Khamala.
• The calls highlight the growing political interest in the Deputy President position ahead of the next election, despite the current holder, Kithure Kindiki.

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has accused Rigathi Gachagua, the former Deputy President, of fanning ethnic divisions for political advantage.

• Murkomen alleges that Gachagua is fueling violence and divisions ahead of the 2027 general election.
• Key figures involved are Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
• The accusation suggests a political strategy by Gachagua to exploit ethnic tensions.

The Sunday Standard Newspaper is facing significant disruption following the reported abduction of its editor. This incident comes amidst a widespread matatu strike across Kenya.

• The core issue is the matatu strike protesting rising fuel prices.
• The editor of the Sunday Standard Newspaper has been abducted.
• The news is being updated live by KTN News Kenya, covering breaking events and entertainment.

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has accused former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of being the "father of violence" and sponsoring criminal gangs, while also calling out his perceived political deception.

• Kipchumba Murkomen labeled Rigathi Gachagua the "father of violence."
• Key figures involved: Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
• The remarks were made in Elgeyo Marakwet County during an event to promote the Kabiemit Community Empowerment Programme.

Political leaders from Western Kenya are actively campaigning for National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula to be President William Ruto’s running mate in the 2027 General Election.

• The region aims to secure the deputy presidency for Wetangula in 2027 and the presidency in 2032.
• Key figures leading the push include Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa and over 15 Members of Parliament.
• Leaders are emphasizing intensified voter registration drives to bolster Western Kenya’s voting strength, targeting approximately 4 million votes for Ruto.