Gibson Mhaka gibmhaka@gmailcom ZIMBABWE’S media footprint continues to grow on the international stage following the election of veteran journalist Mkhululi Chimoio as the president of the African Parliamentary Press Network… The post Zim journalist elected APPN president appeared first on herald.

Alex Iwobi was at the heart of Fulham F.C.’s 3-1 win over Sunderland A.F.C., contributing both a goal and an assist in a commanding performance. Fulham opened the scoring in the 54th minute when Iwobi delivered a perfectly placed corner that found Raul Jiménez, who rose highest to head the ball into the net. Seven [...] The post Alex Iwobi Reveals Fulham Player Behind His Goalscoring Form appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Scott McTominay is once again at the center of the European transfer market with former club Manchester United considering re-signing the Scottish international, according to media outfit Fichajes. McTominay, who has become one of Napoli ‘s key players in recent seasons, could be involved in one of the most eye-catching moves of next summer. His [...] The post Man United Consider McTominay Return appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles striker Peter Olayinka has expressed delight scoring the winner on his APOEL home debut against Omonia on Sunday. The Nigerian international, who joined the team in the January transfer window, netted the only goal of the game in the 81st minute. Reflecting on his performance, Olayinka stated that he was impressed with the [...] The post Olayinka Expresses Satisfaction Scoring On APOEL Home Debut appeared first on Complete Sports.

Emmanuel Deutsch, Enyimba of Aba’s newly appointed Head Coach, has given firm assurance that the People’s Elephant and Nigeria’s most successful club are on their way back to their glory days, Completesports.com reports. This comes as he praised his players for their resilience and character in Sunday’s 1–1 draw away to Rivers United in a [...] The post NPFL: Deutsch Vows To Restore Enyimba’s Glory After Rivers United Draw appeared first on Complete Sports.

The rollout follows the consolidation of county licences under the Unified Business Permit (UBP), part of broader reforms to simplify business registration.

Ruben Loftus-Cheek has broken his silence on a gruesome injury that saw him break his jaw and lose several teeth while playing for AC Milan, Daily Mail reports. The midfielder was rushed to hospital on Sunday after suffering a nasty head injury, which saw him placed in a neck brace and onto a stretcher having [...] The post Loftus-Cheek Loses Several Teeth, Breaks Jaw After Collision In Serie A Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.

According to court documents, the suspect is accused of luring madrassa students aged between five and 14 years into committing indecent acts with him on diverse dates between 2022 and November 2025.

The DCI has submitted a file to the ODPP recommending murder and attempted murder charges against five individuals, including a senior detective, in connection with a Kitengela shooting that left one dead.

China has placed 20 Japanese companies, including Subaru, Sumitomo, and TDK, on an export control watch list to curb Japan’s military buildup and nuclear ambitions, restricting the export of dual-use items.

Ademola Lookman scored in Atletico Madrid’s 4-2 La Liga win against Espanyol at the weekend. Espanyol initially took the lead in the 6th minute through Jofre Carreras, but Alexander Sorloth equalized in the 21st minute with a precise left-footed strike from the left side of the six-yard box into the bottom right corner. Giuliano Simeone [...] The post Diego Simeone Reveals Worrying Concern about Ademola Lookman appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz starts a two-day visit to China, meeting President Xi Jinping and business leaders to strengthen bilateral relations, trade, and economic cooperation amid global strategic shifts.

DCI detectives have arrested two suspects linked to the robbery and abduction of a businessman in Mombasa and recovered an AK-47 rifle and other items.

The new police station, funded by the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF), is expected to strengthen law enforcement operations in the area and improve response times to security incidents.

Enyimba star Joseph Abiodun has disclosed that the team’s 1-1 draw against Rivers United at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium will serve as a start to many good results in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). Recall that the former Sunshine Stars player opened the scoring for the People’s Elephant in the 28th minute before Aniekeme [...] The post NPFL: This Is The Start Of Many Good Results –Abiodun Reacts After Enyimba Draw Vs Rivers United appeared first on Complete Sports.

“I’ll implore upon you, the fourth estate, for you to support us on this. Kenyans do not understand the roles of these institutions. You must tell Kenyans that the ODPP or the DPP is at the tail end of anything. So, unless the investigations are done, the DPP can’t do much,” Ingonga said.

Beşiktaş head coach Sergen Yalcin has lauded Wilfred Ndidi for his impressive performance in the club’s 4-0 win over Göztepe, reports Completesports.com. Ndidi opened scoring for the Black Eagles in the emphatic victory. The goal was the midfielder’s second of the season for Beşiktaş. The Super Eagles captain has also registered one assist in 20 [...] The post Beşiktaş Coach Hails ‘Perfect’ Ndidi After Win Over Göztepe appeared first on Complete Sports.

KeNHA has issued a seven-day ultimatum to traders along Thika Superhighway to vacate road reserves, paving way for safety upgrades and easing congestion.

Victor Osimhen is in contention to face Juventus after returning to training following a minor knee injury, reports Completesports.com. Osimhen was left out of Galatasaray’s squad for the 2-0 defeat to Konyaspor last Saturday as a precaution. The powerful striker was however back in training with his teammates on Monday. Galatasaray provided an update on [...] The post UCL: Osimhen Returns To Training Ahead Galatasaray, Juventus Rematch appeared first on Complete Sports.

Two people were injured after heavy rainfall caused about 50 makeshift houses to collapse in Kibagare slums, Westlands. Police have launched investigations.

Three police officers were injured after their vehicle hit an improvised explosive device during a patrol in Fafi, Garissa County. Anti-terror police are investigating.

The cost of building Nairobi’s Talanta Sports City has surged by Sh10.85 billion above the Treasury’s initial approval, according to a damning new report from Auditor General Nancy Gathungu. The audit blames unexplained price hikes and a procurement process that bypassed legal requirements, raising serious questions about transparency and financial oversight in the high-profile project. Budget Approved vs. Contracted Cost Gathungu’s review of the Ministry of Defense accounts for the 2024/25 financial year shows that the National Treasury originally cleared Sh35 billion for the stadium. The plan involved drawing the funds from the Sports and Arts Social Development Fund (SASDF) The post The Sh10.8B Red Flag: Talanta Sports City Cost Soars Past Treasury Limits appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

"Illlegal alcohol production will not be tolerated. Community health comes first," NACADA warned via it's X account

Kenya is moving closer to overhauling its traffic management system, with Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo revealing that the government is actively modeling a new policing framework on some of the world’s most advanced urban traffic systems. Following consultations with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Omollo confirmed that the partnership is designed to modernize how Kenya handles road safety across its rapidly expanding cities and increasingly congested roads. “We are currently studying models such as the Tokyo Metropolitan Police to design a system that can handle our growing urban population and heavy traffic flows,” he said. The initiative falls The post Tokyo in Nairobi? Kenya Turns to Japanese Expertise to Transform Urban Traffic appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

More than 600 Kenyans stranded in Cambodia have turned to the courts, demanding that the government intervene and bring them home before a February 28, 2026, deadline. Ten petitioners filed an urgent application on behalf of the group, warning that these citizens face immediate arrest, jail time, and further abuse if the state does not step in now. The petitioners explain that dishonest recruitment agents tricked the Kenyans into leaving the country by promising real jobs in places like Thailand. Instead, once they arrived, traffickers allegedly moved the victims into Cambodia against their will and sold them to human trafficking The post “Bring Us Home”: 600 Kenyans Stranded in Cambodia Sue Govt Over Trafficking Ordeal appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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Many Kenyan retirees prioritize building a home above all else when spending their pension savings, according to findings from the Retirement Benefits Authority (RBA). The authority’s recent survey shows that 16 percent of respondents, the largest single group, allocated their retirement benefits to home construction. This trend reflects the deep value Kenyans place on securing family shelter and leaving a tangible legacy for future generations. However, even though they made this choice, many of these retirees now urge younger workers to take a different approach. “They should build their dwelling places early. They should not use their retirement benefits to The post Retirees Warn Young Kenyan Workers: Don’t Wait Until Retirement to Build Your Home appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Kisii elders crowned former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i as a community elder and appointed him their official spokesman during a traditional ceremony at Ekerenyo Grounds in Nyamira County on Monday, February 23, 2026. United Opposition leaders watched as the elders formally blessed Matiang’i and presented him with traditional instruments. These symbols represent his new authority to speak for the Abagusii community in national politics. The elders began the event by draping Matiang’i in a ceremonial cloth to signal his new high rank within the Kisii community. The elders explained that although tradition usually requires animal skin, they intentionally selected The post The Gusii Kingmaker: Why Elders Traded the Spear for a Stick in Matiang’i’s Coronation appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Esther Passaris has officially announced her bid for the Makadara Member of Parliament seat in the 2027 General Election. During a Monday morning interview on Radio47, Passaris indicated that she is transitioning from county-wide representation to constituency-level politics. She said she chose Makadara after evaluating her prospects and holding discussions with her party colleagues. “I have decided to vie for the Makadara seat because I believe I can make a meaningful contribution to development in that constituency,” she said. Passaris revealed that she originally considered running in either Westlands or Makadara. She ultimately chose the latter after the current MP, The post Passaris Confirms 2027 Makadara Bid as Aladwa Eyes Nairobi Governor Seat appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

President William Ruto has confirmed that the Bomas International Convention Complex (BICC), a state-of-the-art facility rising at Bomas of Kenya, will officially open by May this year. Speaking during the Magical Kenya Open at Karen Country Club, the president said the new convention complex will replace the 50-year-old Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) as Kenya’s main venue for international summits and high-profile global events. “You know, we are building something in the Bomas of Kenya. We are building the most modern conference facility in eastern central Africa, and it will be ready by May this year,” Ruto said. He explained The post Bomas International Convention Complex to Open by May: Ruto Announces appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested a Garissa Member of County Assembly (MCA) and two former county officials over the suspected fraudulent payment of Ksh 51,495,253 in public funds. The suspects include Abdi Ibrahim Daar, the MCA for Balambala Ward; Mohamud Dubow Korane, the former Garissa Director of Accounting Services; and Yussuf Bethe Ali, a former Senior Principal Economist for the county. According to charge sheets dated February 23, 2026, investigators allege that the three conspired to commit corruption between April and June 2022. Prosecutors say they facilitated payments to Qorjarey Enterprise and General Supplies Limited for goods The post How a Garissa MCA and Two County Officials Allegedly Faked Tenders to Siphon Ksh 51.4M appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has uncovered disturbing details regarding the death of a boda boda rider during a political gathering in Mbale town, Vihiga County, this past Saturday. On Sunday, detectives identified the victim as George Olando Otobe, a Kisumu County resident popularly known as “Omundu.” Investigators report that a mob attacked and killed Otobe after a midday dispute took a violent turn. Preliminary findings suggest the chaos began when Otobe allegedly stabbed another man, Hussein Hassan, in the head. This act sparked an immediate and furious reaction from the surrounding crowd. “The confrontation provoked members of the The post DCI Probes Deadly Mob Attack at Sifuna’s ‘Linda Mwananchi’ Rally appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Laikipia East MP Mwangi Kiunjuri has accused former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of delivering conflicting messages to the public and engaging in double-talk. Speaking during a Monday morning interview on Kameme TV on February 23, 2026, Kiunjuri described Gachagua as a leader whose current rhetoric often contradicts his previous stance. He highlighted what he called blatant inconsistencies, particularly after Gachagua exited government. “When Rigathi Gachagua was in government, he told Kenyans that the country was broke, but now, because he is not in government, he is telling Kenyans that the government is not working but stealing public money,” Kiunjuri said. The post “Selective Hearing”: Kiunjuri Calls Out Gachagua’s Grassroots Strategy appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

EACC has recovered public land worth Sh281 million in Mombasa after court rulings nullified illegal allocations, strengthening Kenya’s anti-corruption efforts.

Smith charged Trump in 2023 with 40 counts of illegally retaining classified U.S. national defense information at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida and obstructing government efforts to retrieve the materials.

The Kenya Meteorological Department issued an advisory on Friday warning that flash floods are likely to occur in several parts of the country during the ongoing short rains season.