On Monday, April 28, national newspapers reported mainly about President William Ruto’s allies attacking former head of state Uhuru Kenyatta.
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Some publications also reported on recent progress related to Haiti police officers.
1. Daily Nation
The newspaper reported that approximately 400 Kenyan police officers sent to Haiti would return to the country.
The first squad of police officers fighting dangerous gangs in Haiti is expected to return in June after completing a one -year service in the Caribbean nation.
A spokesman for the International Security Assistance Mission (MSS), Jack Ombaka, said the officers were sent to Haiti on June 25, 2024.
“The officers signed a one -year contract, and that means that those who went on June 25 will return home soon,” Said Objo.
The MSS mission, led by Godfrey Otunge, has recorded two injuries since the start of the operation approved by the UN Security Council.
Samuel Tompoi, who lost his life during a gang attack, is already buried, with Benedict Kabiru’s body still unavailable.
“The search for the officers is still ongoing and we will give the public information every step we reach,” Ombaka explained.
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2. The Standard
The newspaper highlighted the serious allegations made by the former Secretary -General of UDACleophas Malala, about the operation of the ruling party.
In an interview with KTN TV on Sunday, April 27, Malala claimed that the party Ruto It has been refusing to pay taxes to the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
Malala claimed that UDA had not been cut off and submitted the legal contributions of its employees. He also claimed that the party had smuggled the electronic equipment used in the rural elections without paying the necessary tariffs.
“Despite my consistent insistence and professional advice on the need to remit deductions to the Kenya revenue authority, that is pay, sha, NSSFand the Housing Levy Fund, My EFFORTS Were Met With Resistance and Outright Refusal, ” Said Malala.
3. Nation today
The Swahili newspaper reported on the criticism of former President Uhuru Kenyatta and union leaders Kenya first.
The Minister of Internal Security and National Administration, Kipchumba Murkomen, and Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi, are among the critics of the former president.
Murkomen questioned the latest Uhuru Kenyatta call for African youth to fight for good governance, questioning the time and intention of his remarks.
He expressed doubts Kenyatta’s move to start encouraging young people to participate in good governance while leaving office a short time ago.
“Suddenly he has been very smart and Anatul Lecture, urging young people to fight for good governance. He has just left office, even his ink has not dried up,” Said Murkomen.
4. The Star
The newspaper reported on the ongoing war to seek the support of Mount Kenya voters between President William Ruto and his former deputy, Rigathi Gachagua.
The political struggle between Ruto and Gachagua has sparked a fire in the Mount Kenya East, where analysts say the North Mbeere elections will be an important measure.
On Thursday, April 24, Gachagua met with influential delegates from Tharaka Nithi and Meru counties, which analysts said was a major blow to the President.
The meeting was attended by former Minister of Agriculture Mithika Linturi, and former MPs Maoka Maore (Igembe North) and David Kariithi (West Tigania).
Gachagua described the conference as a successful and inspiring conversation, focused on preparations for launching a new political party.
“We discussed our vision and the important position that these counties will take on the future of this movement. At the right time, our nation in Kenya is all of us; Said Gachagua.
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