IPOA Chairperson Issack Hassan Stories

IPOA probing police officers involved in deadly confrontation with locals at Duka Moja in Narok
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 19, 2025

Aggrieved locals had barricaded the busy road, demanding compensation for their losses, leading to a standoff with police attempting to restore traffi...

Roseline Odede eulogised as selfless defender of human rights during requiem mass
Mary Wambui  |  Jan 16, 2025

While giving his tribute at All Saints Cathedral, Dr Jorry Odede said his wife succumbed to cancer after months of diagnosis and treatment.

Secondary school heads warn of worsening financial crisis as capitation funds from state remain in limbo
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 13, 2025

Kuria explained that boarding schools, which typically rely on fees from new Form One students, are now struggling to sustain operations.

Ruto courts Angolan President Lourenço for support ahead of AUC chairperson's election
Mwangi Maina  |  Jan 10, 2025

On his way back from Ghana where he attended President John Mahama's inauguration, Ruto made a brief stop in Luanda for talks on regional peace, bilat...

TSC to promote 28,288 teachers in 2025 as funding from government increases
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 09, 2025

Muturi emphasised that the promotions reflect the commission's ongoing commitment to recognising and rewarding the hard work of educators.

Kenya National Commission on Human Rights chairperson Roseline Odhiambo Odede dies
Barack Oduor  |  Jan 04, 2025

Commission Vice Chairperson Raymond Nyeris made the announcement on Saturday morning.

Raila Odinga: Whether I win or lose in AUC chairperson election, I'll keep serving Kenya
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 28, 2024

Odinga is facing competition from Djibouti's Minister of Foreign Affairs Mahmoud Youssouf, Anil Gayan of Mauritius and Madagascar’s Richard Randriaman...

President Ruto nominates eight to fill upcoming vacancies at PSC
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 20, 2024

The nominees include Mary Wanjira Kimonye, who has been nominated for the position of vice-chairperson.

Showdown looms as 10 governors defy Senate summons to discuss county funds use
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 16, 2024

The committee noted an increasing trend where governors consistently fail to honour such invitations, often requesting postponements without valid rea...

I’m worth Sh251 million, nominee for SRC chairperson Sammy Chepkwony says
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 23, 2024

He is expected to bring a wealth of experience to the SRC, especially in areas related to fiscal sustainability and human resource management.

AU Chair calls for action on South Sudan peace agreement following transition extension
Mwangi Maina  |  Sep 24, 2024

Faki reaffirmed the AU's commitment to support South Sudan's government and people throughout the political transition process and beyond. 

SRC calls for applications to fill chairperson position as Mengich's tenure ends
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 09, 2024

The current chairperson, Lyn Mengich, who has held the position since September 2018, is nearing the end of her six-year term.

Governors warn of severe impact as senate proposes Sh20 billion cut to county funds
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 05, 2024

At least 20 of the governors who attended the session unanimously opposed the budget cut proposal, expressing concerns that such a reduction would sev...

Head of Public Service names selection panels for recruitment of members of constitutional commissions
Mary Wambui  |  Aug 29, 2024

Holders of the positions serve a single non-renewable term of six years.

No pay hike for public officers as SRC freezes salary reviews
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 18, 2024

The Commission said the consequences emerge from the fiscal constraints and budget cuts emanating from the withdrawal of the Finance Bill, 2024.

KNCHR reports 39 deaths, 32 forced disappearances during anti-tax demos
Mary Wambui  |  Jul 01, 2024

On the issue of abductions and arbitrary arrests, the commission cited 32 reported cases of enforced or involuntary disappearances and 627 arrests.

Rights groups demand detailed, impartial probe into police misconduct during anti-tax demos
Mary Wambui  |  Jun 29, 2024

Twenty local and international civil society groups based in Kenya, under the Police Reforms Working Group, have appealed to the IPOA to probe police...

AU expresses concerns over worsening humanitarian situation in North Darfur
Amina Wako  |  Apr 29, 2024

Faki condemned external interference and reiterated AU's demand for 'foreign countries' to cease the supply of weapons to the belligerents.

Doctors' strike: Governors ask state not to honour CBA
Barack Oduor  |  Apr 16, 2024

They have also vowed to take legal action against the striking medics for absconding duty.

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