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Tinubu Lauds Rangers’ NPFL Title Triumph
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Rangers International FC for winning the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title. In a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga on Monday, the President hailed the team’s achievement as a testament to their dedication, resilience, and rich history. Tinubu [...] The post Tinubu Lauds Rangers’ NPFL Title Triumph appeared first on Complete Sports.
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My Future Belongs To Como –Fabregas
Como manager, Cesc Fàbregas has confirmed his commitment to remain with the club. Recall that the Spanish tactician recently led the club to a historic fourth-place finish in Serie A and qualification for the UEFA Champions League. No Plans To Leave Como Despite speculation linking him to larger clubs like Chelsea, Fàbregas has expressed that [...] The post My Future Belongs To Como –Fabregas appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Winning EPL Title Huge Boost Going Into Champions League Final —Raya
Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya says winning the Premier League has filled the team with confidence ahead of the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain. The Gunners take on the defending champions on Saturday in Budapest. After three consecutive runners-up finishes, Raya, 30, says winning the Premier League this season was a must. The league title [...] The post Winning EPL Title Huge Boost Going Into Champions League Final —Raya appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Bradley Barcola Emerges as Serious Liverpool and Arsenal Transfer Target With PSG Contract Talks Stalling
Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that both Liverpool and Arsenal hold genuine interest in Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola ahead of a summer window that could reshape the Premier League’s attacking market. Romano described the 23-year-old as a “serious option” for Liverpool specifically, noting that the club has tracked him for an extended period and views […] The post Bradley Barcola Emerges as Serious Liverpool and Arsenal Transfer Target With PSG Contract Talks Stalling appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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I’ve No Regret Playing In French Open — Raducanu
British tennis star Emma Raducanu has disclosed that she has no regret about her decision to compete on clay this season. Despite losing 6-0 and 7-6 to Solana Sierra in the French Open on Sunday, Raducanu maintained that putting in extra time on clay was valuable for her development. Early Exit From French Open “It’s [...] The post I’ve No Regret Playing In French Open — Raducanu appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Oliseh: Arteta’s Transformation Of Arsenal Exceptional
Former Nigerian international Sunday Oliseh believes Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta’s structural stability and tactical discipline were key to the Gunners’ Premier League title success after 22 years of waiting. The success marks the culmination of Mikel Arteta’s remarkable transformation of the club over nearly seven years, culminating in their ascension to domestic champions. Arteta’s Structural [...] The post Oliseh: Arteta’s Transformation Of Arsenal Exceptional appeared first on Complete Sports.
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President Ruto Calls for Stronger African Union Institutions Amid Global Shifts
President Ruto spoke after chairing the 4th Session of the Virtual Ad Hoc Oversight Committee of Heads of State on African Union Institutional Reforms.
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US military says it has launched new strikes on southern Iran
The US military says it has launched new strikes on southern Iran, targeting Iranian missile sites and boats attempting to place mines. US Central Command said in a statement the strikes were taken in “self-defense”, and were designed “to protect our troops from threats posed by Iranian forces”. Central Command spokesperson Capt Tim Hawkins said […]
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Kisii Women Leaders Condemn Remarks Against First Lady May Arati
Siocha had allegedly accused May Arati of interfering with the running of county affairs, remarks that sparked criticism from women groups across the county.
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Mudavadi Commissions Kenya’s First Jigger Museum in Murang’a
The facility, established by Stanley Kamau through Ahadi Kenya Trust, will serve as a national archive and learning centre documenting Kenya’s decades-long battle against jigger infestation.
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No New Tax on Phones, Bread, or Crypto: CS Mbadi Clarifies Finance Bill 2026
The National Treasury has ruled out introducing new taxes on mobile phones, cryptocurrency, and bread under the Finance Bill 2026. Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi clarified that most of the contested proposals aim to simplify the current tax system rather than heap a heavier burden on Kenyans. Addressing the media on Monday, Mbadi stated that the government intends to streamline existing levies and improve tax collection efficiency instead of slapping fresh charges on citizens. To break down the math on mobile devices, Mbadi explained that smartphones already attract a mountain of taxes along the import and supply chain. Currently, buyers The post No New Tax on Phones, Bread, or Crypto: CS Mbadi Clarifies Finance Bill 2026 appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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“We Do Not Need Any Illegal Assistance”: DP Kindiki Rubbishes 2027 Election Rigging Claims
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has expressed confidence in President William Ruto’s reelection while rubbishing claims that the government plans to rig the 2027 General Election. He claimed that the Kenya Kwanza administration has earned the confidence of wananchi through its delivery record and needs no illegal advantage to win. Speaking during a public engagement in Kisii County on Monday, May 25, 2026, Kindiki directed his remarks squarely at opposition leaders who have repeatedly questioned whether the 2027 polls will be free and fair. He made clear that the ruling administration intends to face voters strictly on the strength of what it The post “We Do Not Need Any Illegal Assistance”: DP Kindiki Rubbishes 2027 Election Rigging Claims appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Hilarious Memes Trending This Tuesday
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From KSh 20K Salaries to Fuel Costs, Uhuru Lays Bare the Struggles Kenyans Are Really Facing
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta sounded a sharp warning against a resurgence of “politics of division,” urging the nation’s leadership to prioritize pressing issues like the high cost of living that bring Kenyans together. He cautioned that unchecked hate speech could easily plunge the country back into the dark tensions of the 2007 post-election violence. Speaking on Monday at the Kiambu Golf Club during a meeting with Jubilee Party delegates, Uhuru used the platform to address both internal party friction and the country’s broader political temperature. During the address, Uhuru took an indirect swipe at United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary General The post From KSh 20K Salaries to Fuel Costs, Uhuru Lays Bare the Struggles Kenyans Are Really Facing appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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“Waziri wa Sherehe”: Gachagua Blasts CS Murkomen Over Ruto Security Lapses
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Monday, May 25, 2026, expressed concern over President William Ruto’s safety following a breach of his security detail in Kilifi County. Gachagua warned that if anything untoward were to happen to President William Ruto, the country would instantly plunge into a severe crisis of unknown magnitude. He reiterated that the President’s safety is a matter of gravest national concern, aggressively lashing out at the protection detail for dropping the ball far too many times. The Democracy for the Citizens (DCP) party leader claimed he had long observed that the Head of State was dangerously The post “Waziri wa Sherehe”: Gachagua Blasts CS Murkomen Over Ruto Security Lapses appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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“No Such Tax Exists,” Mbadi Calls Out Kalonzo for Spreading Lies About the Finance Bill 2026
National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has dismissed claims that the Finance Bill, 2026, aims to slap an annual land rent on freehold land. He accused Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka of spreading misinformation and politicizing the proposed tax measures. Speaking at the National Treasury Buildings, Mbadi outlined the bill’s key provisions and asserted that false information circulating online has completely misrepresented the draft law. The Treasury boss challenged critics to point out the specific clauses they deem punitive, arguing that the heavy accusations leveled against the legislation simply do not match its actual contents. “I’m the one who drafted and The post “No Such Tax Exists,” Mbadi Calls Out Kalonzo for Spreading Lies About the Finance Bill 2026 appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Bankers Warn Loans Could Get More Expensive in Finance Bill 2026
The Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) has sounded an alarm, warning Kenyans to brace for an even higher cost of loans if the government allows the Kenya Revenue Authority to slap Value-Added Tax (VAT) on the sale of repossessed properties. Presenting their arguments before a tax appeals tribunal on Sunday, May 24, the association cautioned that the proposal tucked into the Finance Bill 2026 will ultimately drive up the cost of credit for borrowers across the country. To counter this, the KBA plans to aggressively lobby for amendments in the proposed finance bill to completely exempt these distress sales from the The post Bankers Warn Loans Could Get More Expensive in Finance Bill 2026 appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Cofek Moves to Court to Stop Ketraco CEO Recruitment Over ‘Illegal’ Job Requirements
Cofek accuses Ketraco’s board of introducing qualifications in the vacancy notice that allegedly exceed what is provided for under the Government Owned Enterprises Act.
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Families Plead for DNA Results as Kwa Binzaro Murder Trial Uncovers New Wave of Mysterious Disappearances
A Kenyan pastor told his family he was leaving for a job in Nigeria before disappearing entirely, the High Court heard this week as the Kwa Binzaro murder trial linked to controversial preacher Paul Nthenge Mackenzie resumed before Justice Wendi Micheni. Relatives of several missing persons took the stand, delivering emotional testimony that painted a devastating picture of families shattered by sudden, unexplained disappearances. Son Recalls the Last Time He Saw His Father Nineteen-year-old Boniface Ouma Ochieng traveled from Nairobi to his family home in Esikulu Village, Busia County, in March 2025, after his father, Pastor David Ochieng Otieno, summoned The post Families Plead for DNA Results as Kwa Binzaro Murder Trial Uncovers New Wave of Mysterious Disappearances appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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KUCCPS Portal Says “Not Yet Placed” But You Already Got an SMS? Here Is What It Really Means
The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has stepped in to ease growing anxiety among students over confusing status messages on its portal following the closure of the second revision window. The confusion erupted when students who previously received SMS notifications confirming their university slots logged in, only to find a completely different status on the website. Many applicants reported that the portal displayed a “Not Yet Placed” status under the current placement tab. This jarring update directly contradicts the earlier official alerts that assured the affected students they had already secured their spots. Anxious applicants flooded KUCCPS The post KUCCPS Portal Says “Not Yet Placed” But You Already Got an SMS? Here Is What It Really Means appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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“Ruto Did It for Two Years”: Senator Methu Refuses to Quit UDA After DCP Appointment
Outspoken Nyandarua Senator John Methu has addressed growing pressure to resign from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) following his fresh appointment as the Secretary-General of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP). Speaking at the party headquarters following his appointment to replace Hezron Obaga on Monday, May 25, 2026, the senator told off UDA loyalists who argue that his high-profile new role legally requires him to quit his current sponsor party. Methu dismissed those demands, stating that such interpretations are purely politically motivated and completely empty of legal precedent. He further argued that Kenyan political history is full of examples The post “Ruto Did It for Two Years”: Senator Methu Refuses to Quit UDA After DCP Appointment appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Nairobi City Council Among List of 29 State Agencies Seeking Billions in Debt Write-Offs
At least 29 state corporations asked the Cabinet to wipe away Sh28.55 billion in long-standing loans owed to the Treasury. The agencies argue that these debts have clogged their books for years, and current financial struggles make repayment highly unlikely. According to the Treasury’s Government Investment and Public Enterprises annual report for the year ending June 2025, these write-off requests represent just a fraction of a much larger crisis. In total, state corporations owe a massive debt stock of Sh511.44 billion in principal and accrued interest from earlier loans. The report indicates that the 29 applicants are targeting historical loans The post Nairobi City Council Among List of 29 State Agencies Seeking Billions in Debt Write-Offs appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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High Court Petition Seeks to Stop Banks From Arbitrary Interest Rate Hikes
Francis Awino is seeking conservatory orders against the CBK, AG, and KBA acting on behalf of commercial lenders.
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Human Rights Groups Warn of Rising Ethnic Tensions in Nakuru Hotspots Ahead of 2027 Politics
Leaders warned that the recent anti-fuel price protests exposed deep political and ethnic divisions in the region, particularly in Molo and Njoro sub-counties.
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Church unveils centre for hope
Obey Musiwa Herald Reporter A church leader has unveiled a community house in Chitungwiza designed to serve as a centre of hope, guidance and support for congregants and residents in…
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Unity key to Africa’s growth, says President
Herald Reporter AFRICA’S vision for the future depends on investing in modern infrastructure, improving smart water management to reduce climate risks for agriculture and industry, and strengthening unity through shared…
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Africa strengthens role in global affairs: AU Chair
Wallace Ruzvidzo Herald Reporter AFRICA’S voice has continued to grow in importance on the global stage as the continent’s role in international affairs expands, African Union Commission chairperson Mr Mahmoud…
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Diaspora capital vital pillar for Vision 2030
Daniel Chigunwe Herald Correspondent ZIMBABWE requires strong partnerships with the diaspora community and international investors to accelerate infrastructure development. This was said by Deputy Chief Secretary for Policy Analysis, Coordination…
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GDP race emerges as new frontier
Oliver Kazunga Senior Reporter ZIMBABWE is entering a new era of economic competition, with President Mnangagwa declaring that Government will now increasingly measure development through the Gross Domestic Product performance…
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President mourns Masarira
Ivan Zhakata Herald Correspondent PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has conveyed his condolences following the death of opposition leader Ms Linda Tsungirirai Masarira, describing her as a courageous politician who contributed to national…
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Byo bids farewell to hero Tshuma
Mkhululi Ncube Bulawayo Bureau HUNDREDS of mourners yesterday gathered at Bulawayo Amphitheatre for a memorial service in honour of national hero Brigadier-General (Retired) Donald Silundi Tshuma ahead of his burial…
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WE AGREED ON 80 POLICE OFFICERS, 35 SECURITY GUARDS, 90 MARSHALS FOR THE BIG MATCH, SAYS PSL CEO. . . But, did we have 80 police officers at the stadium?
Lovemore Dube in BULAWAYO THE Premier Soccer League say they agreed with Hardrock to have 80 police officers, 35 private security guards and 90 marshals during their  showdown with Dynamos…
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WHEN FOOTBALL LOSES IT’S BEAUTY, IT RISKS DYING
Tawah Munthali Zimpapers SportsHub FOOTBALL has always been about passion. The songs from the terraces, rival supporters trying to outshine each other and the emotions that come with wanting your…
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THERE WAS EXCITEMENT, THEN THE CHAOS CAME
Veronica Gwaze recently at CHAHWANDA, Kwekwe TO understand the excitement that had been generated around the Premiership newboys Hardrock and Dynamos fixture at the weekend, one needed to only catch…
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THE BAD AND THE UGLY
Onward Gangata Zimpapers Sports Hub SUNDAY’S ugly scenes at Chahwanda did more than stop a football match. They exposed uncomfortable questions Zimbabwean football has been avoiding for years. These are…
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EDITORIAL: CHAHWANDA STADIUM CHAOS A WAKE-UP CALL FOR ALL OF US
THE chaos that erupted at Chahwanda during the match between Hardrock and Dynamos was a painful reminder that our football still has a long way to go in creating a…
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