Jimi Wanjigi Stories

Raila says the petition is an abuse of the court process and should be struck out, arguing that the Supreme Court lacks jurisdiction to handle the cas...

The case stemmed from Wanjigi’s arrest in August last year after the State accused him of illegally possessing an assortment of firearms.

The judge further clarified that Wanjigi would not be required to take a plea during his court appearance scheduled for September 26, 2024.

He has, however, denied any connection to being in possession of teargas canisters allegedly found in one of his escort vehicles.

Chief Magistrate Susan Shitubi, after reviewing the case, granted Wanjigi release on bond and set a new court date for September 12, 2024. 

Lawyer Khaminwa, who spoke to journalists, protested the detention, calling it illegal and a breach of a court order barring such an action.

The two men were arrested with four items suspected to be hand grenades in Muthaiga, Nairobi last Thursday.

The two were arrested while in possession of a motor vehicle registration number KDC 883R, a black Toyota Prado.

The respondents will then file their responses before August 14. The case will be mentioned on August 16 to take a hearing date.

Wanjigi’s legal woes stem from his alleged involvement in the Nane Nane protests that rocked Nairobi on Thursday.

"This is not a police camp. This is somebody's home, and the family wants to live in peace without disturbance," Karua stated.

According to the family, police who stormed their home on Thursday night attacked them twice before seizing their possessions, including phones and je...

During today's protests, 174 people were detained around the country, including 126 in Nairobi, 22 in Kitengela, and 26 in Emali, Makueni County.

The former legislator, businessman, and Minister died at 93 while receiving treatment at Nairobi Hospital.