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August 25, 2025
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Police reconcile rival boda boda operators in Kisumu following deadly clashes

Police reconcile rival boda boda operators in Kisumu following deadly clashes

Violence erupted on Saturday night after the mysterious killing of a member of the youth group, sparking retaliatory attacks. In the chaos, the boda boda office was set ablaze and several riders sustained life-threatening injuries. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capit..

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Police in Kisumu have restored calm following violent weekend clashes between boda boda riders and a local youth group, mbogi, which left one person dead and several injured. A peace meeting was brokered, leading to an agreement to end hostilities, with leaders pledging to maintain peace.

  • Five suspects have been arrested in connection with the incident by County Police Commander Hilary Toroitich.
  • The violence on Saturday night erupted after the mysterious killing of a member of the youth group, leading to retaliatory attacks and the burning of the boda boda office.
  • Jacob Ochieng, Boda boda Chairman, and Willis Akoth, a businessman and leader of the youth group, publicly shook hands, with Akoth pledging to fund the reconstruction of the destroyed office.

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