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Garissa Muslim leaders urge crackdown on cross-border drug trafficking to save youth
Issa Hussein  |  Apr 16, 2025

They called upon the government to address cross-border drug trafficking in the region to keep youth from the vice.

Land ownership boost for Isiolo Central residents as governor issues allotment letters
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 12, 2025

The governor said that giving people land documents was not just about ownership but also about giving them the power to improve their lives and parti...

A call to resist? Isiolo governor sparks debate over controversial remarks on demolitions
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Apr 12, 2025

In expressing solidarity with the victims of the demolitions, Governor Abdi pledged his administration’s support to restore their rights and dignity.

Isiolo Governor condemns demolition of homes, accuses Isiolo OCS of abuse of power
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 12, 2025

The demolitions, carried out by police officers under the command of the Isiolo Officer Commanding Station (OCS) on Friday, left scores of residents h...

Isiolo residents demand justice in military land disputes
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 11, 2025

They said the military went on to take over more than 18,000 acres of land, disrupting their way of life.

Teacher detained for impersonating Ruto’s daughter on Facebook
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 10, 2025

Mainga was arraigned at the Milimani Chief Magistrate’s Court and is currently being held at the Capitol Hill Police Station in Nairobi pending a bail...

Isiolo Airport incomplete after 14 years, requires additional Sh4.8 billion for full operation
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 10, 2025

Although the airport currently allows for non-scheduled flights like helicopters, Chirchir said flooding has damaged parts of the runway, making it un...

Isiolo leaders demand justice after shooting of MCA Burat Ward
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 27, 2025

Isiolo Governor Abdi Hassan Guyo condemned the attack, expressing his concern over the safety of political leaders in the county.

Police seize guns, disrupt criminal networks as Operation Ondoa Jangili gains momentum
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 22, 2025

Police spokesman Michael Muchiri confirmed on Saturday that the operation had led to the destruction of 14 makeshift camps, believed to be used by the...

Political firestorm as Governor Abdi, Senator Fatuma trade blame over Ruto's Isiolo heckling
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 22, 2025

Governor Abdi defended the arrests made after the incident, dismissing claims that innocent youth were being targeted while individuals linked to coun...

Ikuje Garre, iteremke Modogashe! What are the facts in Ruto's claimed road project?
Barack Oduor  |  Feb 20, 2025

As some Kenyans, mostly the youth, criticise Ruto for making yet another promise, which they doubt he will keep, others have printed t-shirts with ill...

Kindiki says he’ll inspect projects before launch to ensure work is completed
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 18, 2025

The DP also responded to criticism of the ongoing road project between Isiolo and Mandera counties, which some social media users have mocked.

Court releases 50 Isiolo youths detained in security swoop
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 11, 2025

The youths were released on Monday after pleading guilty to charges of being drunk and disorderly.

Contractors in Garissa urge Ruto to intervene over billions in pending bills
Issa Hussein  |  Feb 07, 2025

Last year, the Controller of Budget released a report that revealed Garissa and Turkana counties have the fastest-growing unpaid bills to contractors...

Police confirm arrest of Sadam Buke in ongoing Ondoa Jangili operation in Isiolo
Mary Wambui  |  Feb 07, 2025

His friends had claimed on social media that he was abducted on Thursday while swimming at Royal Acacia Park.

Oromo Liberation Army denies presence in Kenya as security operation intensifies
Issa Hussein  |  Feb 05, 2025

In a statement posted on their X platform, OLA denied having any presence on Kenyan territory, stating that they uphold and fully respect Kenya’s sove...

Isiolo leaders push for fast-tracking of development projects
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 31, 2025

Top of the agenda during the meeting was the completion of the Sh30.9 billion Crocodile Jaw Dam, a project considered critical to transforming the reg...

10-member committee unveiled to track national projects in Isiolo County
Issa Hussein  |  Jan 30, 2025

The committee led by Isiolo Governor Abdi Ibrahim Guyo will consist of representatives from elected leaders, religious leaders, women, youth and profe...

Win for Isiolo residents as court orders closure of conservancies on community land
Joseph Ndunda  |  Jan 30, 2025

They sued Northern Rangelands Trust which was operating as the umbrella for CBOs running wildlife conservancies in unregistered community lands.

Fire risk warning issued for Northeastern Kenya as below-average rainfall expected
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 29, 2025

The warning follows the aftermath of a devastating fire that ravaged over 600,000 acres in Isiolo County.

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