Raila Odinga’s wife, Ida Odinga, has dismissed widespread speculation regarding the veteran opposition leader’s health, assuring Kenyans that the former Prime Minister is in good condition and simply taking some time to rest.

Speaking in Migori on Tuesday, Mrs. Odinga clarified that her husband is not ailing as has been reported on social media, adding that he had travelled abroad for a brief break.

“In the past week, there have been rumours claiming Raila is sick. If his condition were truly as serious as they say, I would have taken him to a hospital here in Migori for treatment,” Ida said.

Expressing disbelief over the persistent rumours, she questioned how outsiders could claim to know more about her husband’s condition than his own family.

“How can someone who doesn’t live with him claim to know his health status, while I, who stay with him, am unaware of any issues? What I’m telling you is the truth: Baba is okay,” she affirmed.

Her remarks came amid ongoing public speculation and conflicting reports about the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party leader’s health.

Over the weekend, Suba South MP Caroli Omondi had called on Kenyans to pray for Mr. Odinga’s quick recovery, claiming he was unwell and receiving treatment.

“I appeal to all Christians of all denominations across the Republic of Kenya to say a special prayer for our leader, Raila Odinga, for a quick recovery, that he may regain his full health and strength. As he recuperates in hospital, we hold him dearly in our thoughts and prayers,” Mr. Omondi said during a fundraising event in Rang’ala, Siaya County.

Mrs. Odinga’s statement now seeks to put the matter to rest, emphasizing that her husband remains in good health and that rumours of illness are unfounded.

Nigeria’s Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology Uche Nnaji has resigned just days after allegations emerged that he had forged his academic credentials.

The resignation follows a newspaper investigation that claimed Nnaji submitted falsified certificates to President Bola Tinubu during his ministerial appointment in 2023.

Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga confirmed Nnaji’s resignation in a post on X late on Tuesday, quoting the minister as saying he had been “a target of blackmail by political opponents”.

Nnaji has denied the accusations of forgery and and has insisted that he did graduate from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) with a degree in Microbiology/Biochemistry.

The forgery allegations have sparked outrage among some Nigerians, following a two-year investigation by the Premium Times newspaper.

Last week, UNN reportedly told the publication that it had no records confirming that the minister had graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1985, as he had claimed.

A senior university official told the paper that Nnaji was admitted in 1981 but never completed his studies or received a certificate.

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) also said the mandatory certificate of national service Nnaji presented in April 2023 could not be verified.

Opposition leader Atiku Abubakar has called for an independent and transparent investigation into the matter, saying Nnaji should have been “summarily dismissed and prosecuted for deceit and falsification”.

“Nigerians deserve to know the truth about those who preside over their lives and resources,” Abubakar posted on X.

The suspension or removal of a minister is rare in Nigeria – Nnaji is only the second to leave office since President Tinubu assumed power in May 2023.

Last January, the then Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation Minister Betta Edu was suspended following public outrage over a corruption scandal. At the time Dr Edu, 37, denied any wrongdoing.

Tinubu’s predecessor, the late Muhammadu Buhari, sacked only two ministers during his eight-year tenure.

A man has surrendered to police and confessed to killing his wife following a domestic altercation in Tipis Town, Mau Narok, Nakuru County.

The suspect reportedly told officers at Ndeffo Police Station that he had killed his 24-year-old wife, Risper Chepkurui, during an argument at their rental house before fleeing to his mother’s home in the Kihingo area.

According to police sources, the suspect informed his mother about the incident. After consultations with family members, he was advised to turn himself in and subsequently surrendered at the police station, where he was arrested.

Discovery of the Body

The body of Chepkurui, a casual worker in the area, was discovered on September 29, 2025, sprawled inside her house. At the time of discovery, both her husband and their two-year-old son were missing.

Police investigators found extensive blood stains on the walls of the house, with clear signs of a violent struggle. Authorities suspect the victim’s head was repeatedly struck against the walls, leading to her death.

“The scene indicated a brutal attack. There were blood stains throughout the house, suggesting a prolonged struggle,” a police officer familiar with the case said.

Investigation Underway

While the suspect claimed the killing resulted from a domestic argument with the mother of his child, the exact cause of the confrontation remains under investigation.

Police confirmed they are processing the suspect for murder charges. The body of the deceased has been transferred to the mortuary, where it awaits an autopsy and other procedural examinations.

The case adds to growing concerns about domestic violence in the region, with authorities urging families to seek peaceful conflict resolution and report cases of abuse before they escalate to tragedy.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, contact the Gender Violence Recovery Centre hotline at 1195 or the National Police Service on 999/112.

Kenya is set to launch a major recruitment drive targeting 10,000 new police constables between October 3 and 9, 2025, in what will be the first nationwide hiring exercise in four years.

The move aims to plug a growing shortage of officers and strengthen the country’s security services.

On Monday, the National Police Service Commission (NPSC) convened a joint briefing for recruitment panels at the Administration Police College, Embakasi “A” Campus, outlining expectations and responsibilities ahead of the week-long exercise.

Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja emphasized the Service’s commitment to a credible, fair, and transparent process, cautioning panelists against corrupt practices that could compromise public trust.

“Let us be fair and above board in the whole exercise. Be fair to the recruits,” he said, adding that the recruitment would be closely monitored by oversight agencies to meet national standards.

NPSC Chairperson Dr. Amani Komora underscored the importance of merit-based selection, pledging the commission’s full support to ensure transparency and accountability. Vice Chairperson Prof. Collette Suda echoed this sentiment, reminding panelists that Kenyans hold high expectations for integrity in the exercise.

NPSC Chief Executive Officer Peter Leley also issued a stern warning against malpractice, stressing that any officer found culpable would face personal responsibility.

The briefing, attended by senior police chiefs including Deputy Inspector Generals Eliud Lagat (Kenya Police Service), Gilbert Masengeli (Administration Police Service), and DCI Director Mohamed Amin, addressed potential challenges and clarified roles to guarantee efficiency and fairness.

This recruitment comes amid a severe shortage of police officers, attributed to the four-year hiatus in hiring. The process had been delayed by disagreements within the commission and Parliament over selection criteria, but was resolved following intervention by top political leaders.

The nationwide drive will see panels across the country vet thousands of applicants, with successful candidates expected to bolster the Service’s capacity and enhance public security.

President William Ruto yesterday officially opened the Nairobi International Trade Fair at Jamhuri Grounds, Nairobi, with the highlight of the day being the competitive livestock auction.

Champion bulls and goats were paraded before eager bidders, with President Ruto and Alfaraz Meat emerging as the top buyers. The President secured the supreme champion Boran bull, weighing 720 kilogrammes, for Sh700,000, while Alfaraz outbid others to purchase another Boran bull, weighing 660 kilogrammes, for Sh750,000.

Agriculture and Livestock Development CS Mutahi Kagwe also took part, buying a reserve champion crossbreed bull (630kg) for Sh600,000, as Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja acquired the reserve supreme champion crossbreed (655kg) at Sh500,000.

While the show dazzled with impressive livestock displays, several long-time exhibitors — including JKUAT, the National Irrigation Authority, the University of Nairobi, and New KCC — were notably absent this year. These institutions have historically showcased pioneering agricultural innovations.

Nonetheless, other major players such as the Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organisation (KALRO) and Simlaw Seeds stepped in to showcase climate-smart crop varieties, including sorghum and tomatoes suitable for both greenhouse and open-field farming.

Running from September 29 to October 5, 2025, this year’s fair is themed “Promoting Climate-Smart Agriculture and Trade Initiatives for Sustainable Economic Growth.” The exhibition has attracted over 250 exhibitors, spanning agri-tech firms, SMEs, farms, corporate organisations, higher learning institutions, and delegations from countries such as China, India, Ghana, Tanzania, South Africa, and Nigeria.

Tickets are priced at Sh300 for adults and Sh250 for children, offering Kenyans access to one of the region’s largest agricultural showcases — a unique blend of tradition, innovation, and opportunities for youth-led enterprises.

An audit of Sports Kenya has revealed that the agency does not hold proper land ownership documents for major national assets, including the Kasarani Stadium.

The findings emerged when officials from Sports Kenya appeared before the National Assembly’s Public Investments Committee on Social Services, Administration and Agriculture (PIC-SSAA) to respond to audit queries on billions of shillings allegedly wasted on incomplete or abandoned projects.

According to the audit, Sports Kenya admitted it is still seeking ownership documents for the more than 200-acre parcel hosting Kasarani Stadium through the National Land Commission.

MPs expressed shock on learning that the government had already spent millions of shillings on consultancy and planning for three proposed national stadiums in Nairobi, Kisumu, and Eldoret, estimated to cost Ksh42 billion, despite the absence of formal land titles.

Records presented to the committee showed that Ksh99.6 million was spent on a feasibility study, while an additional Ksh57 million went into architectural and project management services. Yet, none of the projects have ever broken ground.

Committee Vice-Chairperson Caleb Amisi (Saboti) questioned how the government could justify spending such vast sums on consultancy for projects without securing land ownership.

Appearing before the Committee, Sports Kenya’s Acting Director General, Gabriel Komora, and senior management faced tough questions on the audit queries dating back to the 2014/2015 and 2015/2016 financial years.

The projects were allocated funds under the Vision 2030 and the Sports Act 2013, with the parliamentarians warning that i the projects continue to stall, they could turn into wasted investments leading to loss of taxpayers’ money.

Meanwhile, the MPs also discovered that the government had inflated the construction of other stadiums, with the Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Eldoret, initially contracted at Ksh109.7 million, having soared to Ksh355.1 million, a rise of over 200 per cent.

On this, Sports Kenya management failed to provide a clear answer and was directed to produce documents for a new Ksh3.5 billion rehabilitation contract at the stadium.

Additionally, it emerged that there were also questionable expenditures within the department, including payment of Ksh24.4 million to a Moscow football club.