The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has launched an investigation into allegations of armed goons present during the Ol Kalou by-election, as confirmed by Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen.

• The investigation aims to identify these individuals, their alleged crimes, and the reasons for their presence.
• Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen is leading the inquiry and has urged the public to come forward with credible information.
• Murkomen also announced a second security operation in Kitale Town targeting organized criminal gangs.

Machakos Deputy Governor Francis Mwangangi has demanded the resignation of Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo, citing a failure to curb rising incidents of "goonism" across Kenya.

• Francis Mwangangi accused the security leadership of enabling violence and failing to protect citizens.
• Key figures called to resign: Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo.
• The Deputy Governor also condemned increasing attacks on the media and urged Kenyans to resist attempts to disrupt democratic processes.

Following a recent electoral defeat, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has adopted a more humble tone, emphasizing faith and patience over his usual combative stance.

• The shift in demeanor comes after the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) lost the Ol Kalou by-election.
• Deputy President Kindiki, known as the government's "fireman," spoke at a Diocese of Embu anniversary service.
• He cautioned against arrogance, stating that power belongs to God and leaders will be judged by their performance, not political noise.