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Emmanuel Too

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October 2026
12 OctCitizen Digital
Ruto brands Uhuru a conman, warns opposition leaders against trusting him By Emmanuel Too October 12, 2026 09:24 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize President William Ruto has launched a fresh …
Ruto brands Uhuru a conman, warns opposition leaders against trusting him
9 OctCitizen Digital
Sifuna outlines plan to cut taxes, reduce wastage by Ksh.1.8 trillion if elected President By Emmanuel Too October 09, 2026 10:34 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Nairobi Senator and Linda …
Sifuna outlines plan to cut taxes, reduce wastage by Ksh.1.8 trillion if elected President
6 OctCitizen Digital
Senators celebrate Fred Machokaa’s 50 years in journalism By Emmanuel Too October 06, 2026 09:05 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Renowned radio presenter Fred Obachi Machoka honoured by the Media Council of …
Senators celebrate Fred Machokaa’s 50 years in journalism
2 OctCitizen Digital
Raila Odinga remembered as thousands mark one year since his death By Emmanuel Too October 02, 2026 10:12 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Thousands of supporters of the late former Orange …
Raila Odinga remembered as thousands mark one year since his death
2 OctCitizen Digital
Ruto has planted 'moles' to divide opposition, Gachagua claims By Emmanuel Too October 02, 2026 04:17 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter DCP Leader Rigathi Gachagua holds an indoor prayer service with the loca …
Ruto has planted 'moles' to divide opposition, Gachagua claims
September 2026
18 SeptCitizen Digital
President Ruto warns politicians against using police to settle scores By Emmanuel Too September 18, 2026 09:40 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter President William Ruto presides over the 50th pass-out parade …
President Ruto warns politicians against using police to settle scores
11 SeptCitizen Digital
Ruto defends borrowing record, says Kenya has borrowed least under his administration By Emmanuel Too September 11, 2026 09:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter President William Ruto speaks to Bomet resident …
Ruto defends borrowing record, says Kenya has borrowed least under his administration
4 SeptCitizen Digital
Controller of Budget raises alarm as Gov't spends Ksh.30 billion on travel By Emmanuel Too September 04, 2026 08:46 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Controller of Budget Margaret Nyakang’o Audio By Vocalize …
Controller of Budget raises alarm as Gov't spends Ksh.30B on travel
August 2026
24 AugCitizen Digital
United Opposition pledges to back single candidate to challenge Ruto in 2027 By Emmanuel Too August 24, 2026 07:57 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize The United Opposition has resolved to uni …
United Opposition pledges to back single candidate to challenge Ruto in 2027
July 2026
12 JulCitizen Digital
Leaders call for peace as Ol Kalou campaigns enter homestretch By Emmanuel Too July 12, 2026 09:27 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize It is less than 36 hours before the campaign period comes …
Leaders call for peace as Ol Kalou campaigns enter homestretch

Politics

Ruto accuses Uhuru of betrayal, warns opposition leaders

The News

President William Ruto has accused his predecessor Uhuru Kenyatta of reneging on a political agreement and abandoning him during the 2022 presidential election, warning opposition leaders against trusting Kenyatta ahead of the 2027 General Election. Ruto claimed he supported Kenyatta's presidential ambitions in 2013 and 2017 but was turned against when it became his turn to seek the presidency.

12 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 12 October

Ruto accuses Uhuru of betrayal, warns opposition leaders
President William Ruto has accused his predecessor Uhuru Kenyatta of reneging on a political agreement and abandoning him during the 2022 presidential election, warning opposition leaders against trusting Kenyatta ahead of the 2027 General Election. Ruto claimed he supported Kenyatta's presidential ambitions in 2013 and 2017 but was turned against when it became his turn to seek the presidency.
12 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 9 October

Sifuna outlines tax cuts and wastage reduction plan for presidency
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, a presidential aspirant, says he would reduce taxation, cut between Ksh.500 billion and Ksh.1.8 trillion in budget wastage, establish a national data bank for schools, and ensure hospitals are paid for services within 30 days if elected President.
9 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 6 October

Senators honour veteran journalist Fred Machokaa's 50 years
Senators honoured Royal Media Services veteran journalist Fred Obachi Machokaa on Wednesday as he prepares to celebrate 50 years in journalism this Saturday at the Ulinzi Sports Complex in Nairobi. The senators praised his career and recalled how Machokaa entertained them during their childhood.
6 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 2 October

Thousands commemorate Raila Odinga one year after death
Supporters of former Orange Democratic Movement leader Raila Odinga gathered across Kenya on Friday to mark one year since his passing, with candle-lighting ceremonies and commemorative events held in Nairobi, Kisumu, Kisii, Mombasa and other areas where he had support.
2 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Gachagua accuses Ruto of planting moles to divide opposition
Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua claimed President William Ruto is attempting to disrupt efforts to build a united opposition front ahead of the 2027 General Election, saying the opposition will continue working towards fielding a single candidate to challenge Ruto.
2 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 18 September

Ruto warns politicians against misusing police for partisan disputes
President Ruto cautioned politicians against using the police to settle political scores and urged officers remain non-partisan, citing rising political temperatures ahead of the 2027 General Election.
18 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 11 September

Ruto claims Kenya borrowed least under his administration
President William Ruto has defended his administration's borrowing record during a development tour of Kericho and Bomet counties, stating that Kenya has borrowed less under his leadership than during previous administrations, and that debt increased by 27 per cent in his first five years compared to higher increases under his predecessors.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 4 September

Controller of Budget flags Ksh.30 billion travel spending
The Controller of Budget raised concern over national government travel expenditure of KSh.30.69 billion during the 2025-2026 financial year, comprising KSh.21.98 billion in domestic travel and KSh.8.71 billion in foreign travel, and noted that some projects were commenced without approved budget allocation.
4 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 24 August

Opposition pledges unified candidate to challenge Ruto 2027
The United Opposition has committed to support a single presidential candidate against President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election, with leaders agreeing to execute a Personal Unity Pledge and Coalition Unity Agreement following a retreat in Nairobi.
24 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 12 July

Leaders urge peace as Ol-Kalou by-election campaign nears end
Leaders and clergy in Ol-Kalou Constituency, Nyandarua County, have called for peace ahead of Sunday's by-election, following violence when a DCP truck was attacked during campaign activities. Political actors and supporters have been urged to embrace calm and tolerance to ensure a free, fair, and peaceful election.
12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 28 June

Ruto warns student unrest perpetrators of consequences in Meru rally
President William Ruto addressed school unrests at a public rally in Meru town, warning students involved in unrest that "choices have consequences" and urging parents to take a more active role in their children's upbringing. He also announced the government had set aside funds to recruit 24,000 teachers.
28 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 21 June

President Ruto announces Ksh.600M support package for St John Ambulance
President Ruto has announced a Ksh.600 million support package for St John Ambulance Kenya, including a one-acre parcel of land in Upper Hill, Ksh.500 million in construction funding, 15 new ambulances, and an annual budgetary allocation of Ksh.100 million beginning the next financial year.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 17 June

Finance Bill 2026 passes second reading amid MP disagreements
The Finance Bill 2026 advanced through its second reading in Parliament despite sharp disagreements between pro-government and opposition MPs. Pro-government leaders dismissed claims the bill imposes punitive taxes, while opposition lawmakers alleged it contains hidden taxes on mitumba clothing and mobile phones.
17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 11 June

Budget omits tax relief for workers below Ksh.30,000
Kenyan workers earning below Ksh.30,000 monthly will not receive the anticipated PAYE tax exemption in the 2026/2027 Budget, despite promises by President Ruto and Treasury CS John Mbadi. The relief had been expected by more than one million employed Kenyans.
11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 7 May

Former LSK President calls for Senate action on Nyamu remarks
Former Law Society of Kenya President Faith Odhiambo has called for the Senate to take sterner action against nominated Senator Karen Nyamu over inappropriate and degrading remarks she made about a Grade 10 student undergoing voluntary service at Parliament, describing Nyamu's apology as insincere.
7 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 3 May

President Ruto challenges opponents to show track record for 2027
President William Ruto said his development record, including projects in agriculture, transport, and housing across Murang'a county, demonstrates his competence for a second term in the 2027 elections. He announced plans to complete the Mau Mau roads project by next year, noting it has progressed from 20% to 60% completion since 2022 with a 1 billion shilling allocation.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 28 April

Governors end Senate boycott after resolving oversight standoff
Governors and senators have reached an agreement following weeks of closed-door talks over allegations that some Senate County Public Accounts Committee members were engaging in extortion. Governors have agreed to resume appearing before Senate oversight committees, while senators have pledged to consider increased county funding in the next financial year.
28 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →