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Goons Paid Sh4,000 Each to Disrupt Homa Bay Rally
Violence marred the Linda Mwananchi rally in Homa Bay on Sunday, with hired goons paid up to Sh4,000 each to disrupt the event and attack participants. The chaos resulted in at least two deaths and 54 injuries, with property worth millions of shillings destroyed, including vehicles, a church, and a hotel. The National Cohesion and Integration Commission summoned Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma following inflammatory remarks allegedly made on August 15 that incited the violence. Meanwhile, the man linked to the chaos, Oliver Ochieng Jaoko, surrendered to authorities but was reportedly turned away by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations. Questions are being raised as alleged financiers of the goons appear to be evading justice while numerous youths have been apprehended.
Linda Mwananchi Demands Gladys Wanga Resign After Homa Bay Violence
The Linda Mwananchi faction is demanding the arrest and prosecution of Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga and Homa Bay Town MP Opondo Kaluma following violence at their rally in Homa Bay County on Sunday. Residents in Homa Bay are demanding the resignation of Governor Wanga following widespread chaos and violence. Youth in Homa Bay County who survived the political violence are also demanding the immediate resignation of the Governor and other implicated officials. Meanwhile, Kenya Kwanza leaders have defended President Ruto against perceived disrespect from opposition figures, stating any challenges should be reserved for the ballot. Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i has strongly criticized Deputy President Ruto, accusing him of orchestrating political violence that disrupted events in Homa Bay.
Ndindi Nyoro Joins Opposition After UDA Exit
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro officially joined the United Opposition weeks after departing from President William Ruto's UDA, unveiling the People's Party of Kenya. He has unveiled a series of proposals aimed at transforming Kenya's economy and improving citizens' lives, describing it as Kenya's journey to Singapore. Opposition leaders celebrated his shift as a significant development ahead of the 2027 general election. At the same time, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is urging opposition leaders to unite behind a single presidential candidate to challenge President Ruto in the 2027 General Election.
