Detectives have arrested two men, Albert Kerry Nyadianga and David Opiyo (alias G.O.A.T), for creating and distributing fake Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) 2025 results slips on social media platforms. The duo lured desperate candidates and parents with promises of “upgraded” grades for a fee. They boldly claimed they could alter KCSE results slips,…
Priscilla Ngipuo started the challenge of hugging a tree for 72 hours to raise awareness about diabetes which has affected many people so far Health officials had to rush the brave woman to Lodwar County Referral Hospital for emergency treatment after she started showing signs of deteriorating health. The Chief Executive Officer of Lodwar County…
Grace Kerubo, a property dealer accused of a Ksh.65 million Lavington house fraud, appears before trial magistrate Rose Ndombi on January 19, 2026. A court on Monday, January 19, heard how a luxury home purchase in Lavington, Nairobi allegedly turned into a multimillion-shilling fraud dispute, with a property dealer facing trial over claims that she…
NYS scandal suspect Ben Gethi at the Milimani Law Courts during mention of the case, on June 13, 2016. [File, Standard] A fresh legal battle over a staggering Sh6.2 billion claim has exposed a shocking tale of hypocrisy at the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC). Fact‑first reporting that puts you at the heart…
NYS scandal suspect Ben Gethi at the Milimani Law Courts during mention of the case, on June 13, 2016. [File, Standard] A fresh legal battle over a staggering Sh6.2 billion claim has exposed a shocking tale of hypocrisy at the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC). Fact‑first reporting that puts you at the heart…
The wreckage of the matatu that was involved in an accident at the Kariandusi area in Gilgil along the Nairobi–Nakuru Highway, on January 19, 2026. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] Seven people died on the spot in a road accident involving four vehicles on Monday at Kariandusi in Gilgil on the Nairobi-Nakuru Highway. Gilgil Sub-County…
Security personnel in Elgeyo Marakwet county have arrested a 33-year-old man who was found transporting seven bags of bhang with a street value of Sh13 million. Elgeyo Marakwet County Commissioner David Koske said security personnel from Keiyo South received a tip-off from members of the public that they…
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta participates in a high-level meeting in Lomé, Togo, on Friday to coordinate peace efforts in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. [Photo/4thPresidentKE] Former President Uhuru Kenyatta joined four other former African heads of state on Friday in Lomé, Togo, to streamline fragmented peace efforts for the eastern Democratic Republic of the…
Speaker Moses Wetang’ula shared a video clip confirming that he is alive amid rumors of his death circulating online He revealed where he is now after returning from India where he met with various leaders to strengthen the relationship between Kenya and India Some Kenyans expressed relief after his appearance, while others prayed for him…
Court releases two susects linked to fake KCSE results scam on n Sh70,000 cash bail. Two suspects linked to a sophisticated fake KCSE results scam have been released on Sh70,000 cash bail pending further investigations. Milimani Chief Magistrate Lucas Onyina freed David Opiyo Odhiambo and Albert Kerry Nyadianga on Monday, January 19, after finding that…
A routine school admission turns into a life-changing moment after a mother unexpectedly meets her daughter’s estranged father He told TUKO.co.ke that what could have been a conflict instead turned into understanding and reconciliation In a story with a happy ending, their daughter was finally paid for her school fees, by a father who had…
Finance Minister John Mbadi has explained the reasons why he defended President William Ruto against criticism about his performance in government He revealed that he experienced major challenges of depression after entering office in 2024, a situation that almost cost him his life Mbadi also explained the reasons that led to the devaluation of the…
Winnie Odinga criticized ODM leaders who support the government under the inclusive government arrangement Winnie said that the late ODM founder collaborated with President William Ruto to calm the country, not for compliance or flattery He urged ODM supporters to prepare for the upcoming elections and the expected tough National Delegates Conference (NDC) Winnie Odinga…
The neglected ECDE classroom that was constructed by the county government of Bungoma in Lwandayi Ward. [Juliet Omelo, Standard] Bold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us. Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Follow The Standard…
Rigathi Gachagua has denied claims that Cleophas Malala has left the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) while political whispers are brewing Gachagua insists that Malala missed the meeting due to illness, not because of leaving the party Gachagua defended the selection process of DCP against the demands of members to leave the party Mombasa –…