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Coast Police Commander Ali Nuno warns politicians against hiring goons, threatens to withdraw security
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Coast Police Commander Ali Nuno announced on Tuesday, July 21, in Mombasa that state security would be withdrawn from any politician found to be hiring or sponsoring goons at political events. Nuno emphasized that police would not tolerate political figures using security officers as cover while simultaneously funding lawlessness. He urged leaders to conduct politics based on ideas and development rather than chaos and individual interests, stating that mixing politics with security would be detrimental to the country. The commander appealed to politicians to engage in principled and mature politics, focusing on national development. This warning comes amidst growing concerns over politically motivated violence at public gatherings.
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Residents of Chepkorio in Elgeyo Marakwet protested on July 21 against the government's planned fencing of the Kaptagat Forest ecosystem. They accused the government of proceeding without public participation and raised claims of bribery linked to the project. Protesters chanted "wantam" directed at President William Ruto, with one resident stating that bribery was behind the push to fence the forest. Another protester, Evance Kipkorir, alleged that the region had been sidelined in terms of development despite strong electoral support for Ruto in 2022, citing the transfer of Mashujaa Day celebrations from Elgeyo Marakwet to Eldoret as an example of deliberate marginalization. Residents indicated that the government's handling of the Kaptagat Forest dispute would influence their voting decisions in the 2027 General Election. Protesters also called on Democracy for Citizens Party DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua to intervene and champion dialogue regarding the proposed fencing, urging him to ensure community concerns are heard. The Kaptagat Forest, located in the Rift Valley, has been a point of contention between local communities and government agencies over conservation and land use, with residents concerned about their livelihoods and access to forest resources. In related news, some Kericho residents also threatened to withdraw support for Ruto ahead of the 2027 polls, citing alleged oppression and stalled projects.
Must ReadThe UK government has issued a warning to British tourists regarding the danger of methanol poisoning in Kenya and 28 other countries. This advisory, part of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office's FCDO "Know the Signs" campaign, urges travelers to recognize symptoms and seek immediate medical help if exposure is suspected. Kenya is among 29 destinations flagged, which also include popular holiday spots like Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam. Methanol, a highly toxic industrial alcohol, can be illegally mixed into counterfeit or locally produced spirits. As little as 30 ml can be fatal, and 10 ml can cause permanent blindness. Symptoms, such as abdominal pain, breathlessness, blurred vision, and convulsions, typically appear 12 to 48 hours after consumption, often resembling a severe hangover. The FCDO campaign includes testimonies from families of UK nationals who died after unknowingly consuming methanol-contaminated alcohol. Travelers are advised to avoid free shots, unlabelled bottles, and unusually cheap spirits, and to stick to sealed, branded drinks from licensed premises. Immediate medical attention is crucial if poisoning is suspected, as treatment is most effective within 10 to 30 hours of exposure.
Must ReadCCTV footage from Nairobi's Central Police Station has been presented in court, detailing the final hours of teacher-blogger Albert Ojwang, who died in June 2025. The footage shows officers moving Ojwang between cells and corridors before his body was carried out past midnight. Samson Talam, then-Officer Commanding Station, and other officers have been charged with murder. The surveillance recording from June 7, 2025, shows Police Constable James Mukhwana and four others at the holding cell where Ojwang died. The footage also captures unusual activities, including officers and inspectors frequently entering and exiting the Station Commander鈥檚 office, and a group congregating near the cells. Later, Ojwang is seen arriving in a black SUV, escorted by six men, and using his mobile phone before being led inside. Between 9:30 pm and 10:45 pm, Ojwang is repeatedly moved, while officers swap uniforms, attempt to block camera views, and people enter the cell. Around 10:56 pm, an individual is seen exiting the cell area with apparent blood on their hand, and another carrying a rope. Around midnight, activity escalates under Talam's direction, with multiple individuals, some wearing protective gloves, moving in and out of the cell. At 1:20 am, four officers are filmed carrying Ojwang鈥檚 body out of the holding area, loading him into a police vehicle, and transporting him to Mbagathi Hospital, where he was pronounced dead on arrival.