Governor Intervenes After Journalist is Fined Ksh16 Million in State House Case

The journalist allegedly published a social media post about the state house official, which was termed as defamatory by the court...

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Kajiado Governor Joseph Ole Lenku will lead a public fundraising ceremony on Friday, May 29, to assist a journalist ordered to pay Ksh16 million to State House Comptroller Katoo Ole Metito.

The journalist and his family are struggling to raise the hefty sum, having already begun selling land.
Governor Ole Lenku is intervening, viewing the court's decision as contrary to Maasai traditions.
Katoo Ole Metito stated the raised funds will be deposited with the court and used for community projects in Kajiado County, not for personal benefit.

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