Also known as: National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed · Suna East MP Junet Mohamed
Junet Mohamed — Suna East MP and National Assembly Minority Leader, alleges lawmakers received payments during Deputy President Gachagua's impeachment.
… future of the Kenya Kwanza-ODM working relationship and growing calls from some leaders for the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) to secure a more prominent role in government ahead of the next General Election.ODM Secretary General Catherine Omanyo and Suna East MP Junet Mohamed …
… PHOTO | COURTESY Audio By Vocalize Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has revived questions over the legality of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's impeachment, pointing to recent remarks by National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed as grounds for fresh scrutiny of …
NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 2 – Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has renewed claims that former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was improperly impeached, citing remarks by National Assembly Majority Leader Junet Mohamed that he said raise questions about the integrity of the 2024 remo …
… Audio By Vocalize Mt Kenya MPs allied to the government have hit out at National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed for demanding the Deputy President's seat, rallying behind DP Kithure Kindiki against claims that he is under siege. …
… Sifuna's remarks were in response to recent remarks by National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed, who alleged that legislators received bribes to impeach Gachagua. …
… Among those who publicly criticised him were National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed and Mumias East MP Peter Salasya, with the latter also sharing images of his own residence while mocking Sifuna's home on social media. …
… National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed said the running mate slot was now the party's condition for staying in the arrangement "For us to work together, ODM and UDA, it is now official that we must be given the running mate slot for us to move forward together," Junet sa …
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jul 27 – Suna East MP Junet Mohamed has reignited debate over the 2024 impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua after alleging that some lawmakers received money during the process. …
We were paid to impeach Gachagua; MP Junet Mohamed confesses By Edwin Anjago July 26, 2026 07:27 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Suna East MP Junet Mohamed speaks on Citizen TV's JKLive show on January 21, …
Sitting Members of Parliament, including Suna East MP Junet Mohamed, have publicly confirmed that money changed hands to secure votes for the October 2024 impeachment of then Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, naming individuals allegedly involved in the payments.
Mt Kenya legislators allied to the government have rejected ODM's demand for a 50-50 share of government and the Deputy President's seat, arguing that ODM joined the administration through a broad-based arrangement and has no moral authority to make such demands.
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has defended his modest Bungoma village home, saying his lifestyle reflects his values and a deliberate choice to avoid using public office for personal enrichment, dismissing criticism from political rivals that his house is too small for his position.
ODM has declared the deputy presidential position non-negotiable for backing President William Ruto's 2027 re-election bid, arguing that since Ruto is running on the UDA ticket for president, ODM should produce the running mate. The party is reviewing its working arrangement with UDA and insisting the condition is essential for the coalition to continue.
Nyanza leaders including Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi and National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed have urged President William Ruto to initiate more development projects in the region to bolster his re-election bid in 2027, arguing that the President has demonstrated commitment to equitable development across the country.
The Orange Democratic Movement has appointed Vihiga Governor Wilber Ottichilo as county patron, replacing Senator Godfrey Osotsi, as part of a broader party reorganisation ahead of the 2027 elections. Party leaders attributed the reshuffle to the need for committed officials and said the party had experienced internal divisions and lack of direction in the county.
ODM Chairperson Gladys Wanga has affirmed that the Orange Democratic Movement will form a coalition with President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance ahead of the 2027 General Election, stating that combined support from the two parties would yield about 17 million votes.
The Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration says the Government's reforms to ease access to national identification documents are helping eliminate barriers to government services, development opportunities and democratic participation, following a presidential directive to issue ID documents to eligible Kenyans without unnecessary obstacles.
Principal Secretary Dr Raymond Omollo said the Government's ongoing reforms to ease access to national identification documents are helping eliminate barriers that have long prevented many Kenyans from accessing government services, development opportunities and democratic participation. President William Ruto directed that all eligible Kenyans be issued with identification documents without unnecessary obstacles.
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i dismissed claims that he held political talks with Simba Arati and Junet Mohamed after photos of them together at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport went viral, saying the three merely crossed paths while checking in for separate Kenya Airways flights to Kisumu.
Uriri MP Mark Nyamita has emerged as the highest-ranked legislator from Nyanza in Infotrak's latest Elected Leaders Performance Rating, which assessed MPs on accessibility, responsiveness, accountability, visibility and fulfilment of campaign promises. Nyamita secured a place in the national Top 100, and credits his ranking to efforts including a digitised bursary system in his constituency.
Leaders from the broad-based government, including National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula, have accused opposition parties of inciting youth into protests, saying the opposition lacks a development record and uses street protests for selfish gains rather than presenting policy alternatives.
The Orange Democratic Movement has instructed its supporters not to participate in June 25 anniversary protests planned for next Thursday, with ODM leaders affirming the party's commitment to the broad-based government and preference for victim compensation efforts over further demonstrations.
The Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah and Minority Leader dismissed the opposition's budget presentation, accusing them of misrepresenting the budgeting process and not understanding current constitutional procedures. Ichung'wah argued that under the current Constitution, the Cabinet Secretary does not read budgets to Parliament, contrary to the opposition's claims.
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has dismissed criticism of President William Ruto's absence during the 2026/27 Budget Statement presentation, ruling that there is no constitutional, legal or procedural requirement for the President to attend Parliament when the Treasury Cabinet Secretary presents the budget. Wetang'ula stated the budget-making process is Parliament's preserve and is distinct from occasions when the President addresses a joint sitting of the House.
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has been summoned by Parliament to provide an update on sector concerns, including a Sh 1.7 billion deal with the United States for an Ebola quarantine facility that has drawn public backlash and rejection from medical unions.
COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli has warned Western Kenya politicians against associating with retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, claiming Uhuru failed to fully support Azimio flagbearer Raila Odinga in the 2022 presidential race. Atwoli alleged that Uhuru promised but never delivered Ksh.400 million for polling agents, resulting in Odinga's campaign lacking agents at polling stations.
Nairobi Central Police Station OCS Chief Inspector Dishon Angoya was arrested by the Deputy Regional Police Commander and admitted to Lang'ata Hospital after developing complications following his arrest for reportedly releasing 64 suspects detained during Monday's protests without proper authority. He is accused of abuse of office.
President William Ruto said Kenya is changing for the better and pointed to economic growth during his three years in office as proof the country is headed in the right direction. He highlighted progress in universal health coverage, agriculture, education and housing, and vowed that Kenya will become a first-world economy within his lifetime.