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Gachagua Vows Massive 100,000-March to Police HQ Over Church Attack
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has strongly criticized Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja for failing to arrest officers involved in an ambush at ACK Witima Church on Sunday, January 25, 2026. Gachagua, who visited Kanja’s office to follow up on the attack, alleged that the Inspector General deliberately avoided meeting him and other United Opposition leaders by leaving through a back door. “Tumefika pale akatorokea mlango ya nyuma. Anaogopa kukutana na sisi,” Gachagua said on Monday. Loosely translated: (We got there and he left through the back door, afraid of meeting with us.) Following the missed meeting, the opposition The post Gachagua Vows Massive 100,000-March to Police HQ Over Church Attack appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Nairobi Water Bills Set to Rise as Sakaja Adds New Garbage Collection Fee
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has announced plans to introduce a new ‘conservancy fee’ that all residents will be required to pay, aiming to strengthen the city’s waste management system. Speaking in an interview with NTV, Sakaja said the county has already consulted with the Water Services Regulatory Board (Wasreb) to integrate the fee into residents’ water bills. He explained that the new levy will be crucial in improving Nairobi’s capacity to manage solid waste sustainably. The funds collected will primarily be used to repair existing waste management vehicles and purchase durable new equipment, which will be deployed across the county The post Nairobi Water Bills Set to Rise as Sakaja Adds New Garbage Collection Fee appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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MP Exposes How Ruto Has Captured Parliament With Ksh.100,000 for Every PG Meeting
Mukurweini MP John Kaguchia has sparked debate after alleging that politicians receive Ksh.100,000 each time they attend Parliamentary Group (PG) meetings with President William Ruto at State House. Kaguchia claimed that some lawmakers flock to the State House largely to access financial perks. He argued that the Executive has entrenched its influence over political leadership through what he described as token handouts tied to such meetings. “Political leadership has been captured by the executive, and most of them are now looking at how much money they are getting as individuals. Once you see a political leader going to the State The post MP Exposes How Ruto Has Captured Parliament With Ksh.100,000 for Every PG Meeting appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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How to Update Your Company Info Online as BRS Launches Upgraded Platform
The Business Registration Service (BRS) rolled out an upgraded version of its platform on Monday, February 16, designed to make it easier for business owners to update company information online. In an official notice, BRS explained that the revamped system, accessible through the eCitizen portal, will streamline key tasks such as updating company structures, appointing directors, transferring shares, and making other corporate changes. How to Access the New Platform The updated guide instructs users to start by logging into the BRS Version II platform via eCitizen. Users can log in using their existing eCitizen credentials or take advantage of an The post How to Update Your Company Info Online as BRS Launches Upgraded Platform appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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KRA Warns Kenyans: Withholding Tax May Not Clear Your Full Income Tax Bill
The Kenya Revenue Authority has clarified that a large number of Kenyans who receive payments after withholding tax (WHT) has been deducted mistakenly believe the deduction settles their entire tax bill. KRA has, however, explained that, in many cases, withholding tax only covers part of a taxpayer’s total income tax liability. How Withholding Tax Works in Kenya Under Kenya’s tax system, a client or employer deducts withholding tax at the source before releasing payment. The payer must then remit the deducted amount to KRA within five days. Once KRA receives the funds, it issues a withholding tax certificate to the The post KRA Warns Kenyans: Withholding Tax May Not Clear Your Full Income Tax Bill appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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IEBC Responds to Justin Muturi Claims of Voter Register Manipulation
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has dismissed claims of potential voter register manipulation, assuring Kenyans that all its data handling processes are legal, secure, and fully guided by the Constitution and electoral laws. In a press release yesterday, February 16, 2026, the Commission responded to allegations made by Justin Muturi, clarifying that its collaboration with state agencies is routine and necessary for accurate voter registration and verification. Citing Article 88(4) of the Constitution and Sections 4 and 6 of the Elections Act, 2011, IEBC reiterated that it is mandated to maintain an accurate and up-to-date voter register while The post IEBC Responds to Justin Muturi Claims of Voter Register Manipulation appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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IPOA Launches Probe into Kitengela Rally Death
The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has launched a high-priority investigation into the death of a man during a political rally in Kitengela led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna on Sunday. The probe comes amid public outrage over the conduct of security forces at the “Linda Mwananchi” rally, which drew opposition leaders including MPs Babu Owino and Caleb Amisi, Siaya Governor James Orengo, Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka, and Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi. In a statement on Monday, IPOA Vice Chairperson Ann Mwangi confirmed that the authority has deployed a rapid response team to Kajiado County. “The Authority noted with great The post IPOA Launches Probe into Kitengela Rally Death appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Gachagua Tells Ruto: Homa Bay or Siaya Deputy Won’t Save You
Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed the ongoing debate over President William Ruto’s potential running mate in 2027, insisting that regardless of who fills the deputy slot, Ruto will still be voted out. Speaking at a rally in Nyamakima on Monday, February 16, 2026, the Democracy for Citizens Party leader said the discussion is a distraction aimed at diverting the attention of Kenyans, particularly those from the Mount Kenya region. He added that whether Ruto chooses Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga or Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga as his deputy, Kenyans remain uninterested. “Their main focus is to send him home in 2027,” The post Gachagua Tells Ruto: Homa Bay or Siaya Deputy Won’t Save You appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Police shift focus to managing peak hour traffic
Arron Nyamayaro THE Zimbabwe Republic Police traffic section has heeded calls from motorists for improved traffic management during peak hours, adopting a new strategy that prioritises control and traffic flow… The post Police shift focus to managing peak hour traffic appeared first on herald.
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Zimbabwe’s reform drive wins praise at AU review
Kudakwashe Mugari in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia ZIMBABWE has been positively rated in economic governance and management by the African Peer Review Mechanism, a development that underscores the Second Republic’s reform… The post Zimbabwe’s reform drive wins praise at AU review appeared first on herald.
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Constitutional Amendment No.3 Bill gazetted
Nyore Madzianike Senior Reporter GOVERNMENT yesterday gazetted Constitutional Amendment No. 3 Bill of 2026, kickstarting a 90-day public consultation period which will culminate in Parliament deliberating on the proposed draft… The post Constitutional Amendment No.3 Bill gazetted appeared first on herald.
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National hero Mpabanga burial tomorrow
Sukulwenkosi Dube-Matutu and Farirayi Machivenyika PRESIDENT Mnangagwa will tomorrow preside over the burial of national hero, Brigadier-General (Retired) Samuel Mpabanga, who died last week. This comes as the hero’s family… The post National hero Mpabanga burial tomorrow appeared first on herald.
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Visa-free Africa strategic: Sadc
Wallace Ruzvidzo Herald Reporter A VISA-FREE Africa is not just a mobility reform, but a strategic economic transformation agenda for the continent, Sadc Executive Secretary Mr Elias Magosi has said.… The post Visa-free Africa strategic: Sadc appeared first on herald.
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Energy Week to set pace for green growth
Rutendo Nyeve PRESIDENT Mnangagwa is set to officiate at the 2026 Southern African Development Community Sustainable Energy Week, which will be held in Victoria Falls from February 23 to 27,… The post Energy Week to set pace for green growth appeared first on herald.
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‘70-year life expectancy a reality’
Trust Freddy Herald Correspondent GOVERNMENT is targeting a major increase in national life expectancy, aiming to boost the average from 64,7 to 70 years under a definitive new five-year roadmap,… The post ‘70-year life expectancy a reality’ appeared first on herald.
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Magaba fire: SMEs to get support
Remember Deketeke Herald Correspondent GOVERNMENT has pledged urgent intervention to assist 14 cooperatives and small-to-medium enterprises affected by a devastating fire that gutted workspaces at Riverside Manufacturing Cooperative in Mbare’s… The post Magaba fire: SMEs to get support appeared first on herald.
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UCL: It’s Going To Be Intense –Kovac Speaks Ahead Borussia Dortmund Vs Atalanta
Borussia Dortmund coach Niko Kovac has disclosed that he expects a very intense encounter against Atalanta in Tuesday’s UEFA Champions League first-leg play-off. Speaking during a press conference, Kovac stated that Dortmund must replicate their impressive domestic form on the Champions League stage against the Serie A club. “In the knockout stages, it’s all about [...] The post UCL: It’s Going To Be Intense –Kovac Speaks Ahead Borussia Dortmund Vs Atalanta appeared first on Complete Sports.
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UCL: Juventus Boss Outlines Strategy To Neutralise Osimhen
Juventus head coach Luciano Spalletti has declared that his team will devise a way to stop Victor Osimhen in their UEFA Champions League clash. The two teams will clash in the first leg of the playoff tie at the RAMs Park on Tuesday night. Osimhen has netted six times in six outings in the Champions [...] The post UCL: Juventus Boss Outlines Strategy To Neutralise Osimhen appeared first on Complete Sports.
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FA Cup: Arsenal, Chelsea, Man City, Liverpool Know 5th Round Opponents
Premier League heavyweights Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester City have known their opponents in the fifth round (round of 16) for the Emirates FA Cup. In the draw that was held on Monday, Premier League leaders Arsenal will be away to lower division side Mansfield Town and Chelsea will also be away to a lower [...] The post FA Cup: Arsenal, Chelsea, Man City, Liverpool Know 5th Round Opponents appeared first on Complete Sports.
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‎Exclusive: Fake FIFA Verdict News Circulates… Top Sources Reveal Timeline for Ruling
‎The National Sports Commission and Nigeria Football Federation have debunked news that the non-eligibility petition against DR Congo before the FIFA Adjudicatory Chamber has been dismissed.‎ ‎Brila.net can exclusively report that FIFA did not open a hearing into the petition today, as widely speculated. ‎ ‎No official communication, as standard practice, has yet been received [...] The post ‎Exclusive: Fake FIFA Verdict News Circulates… Top Sources Reveal Timeline for Ruling appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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2026 WC: We’re Still Waiting –Dikko Reacts As FIFA Rules On Nigeria’s Petition Against DR Congo
The National Sports Commission (NSC) chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko has disclosed that the commission is still awaiting FIFA’s final verdict on Nigeria’s eligibility protest against DR Congo. Recall that Nigeria’s qualification campaign suffered a major setback in November 2025 after a 4–3 penalty shootout loss to DR Congo in the final African playoff of the [...] The post 2026 WC: We’re Still Waiting –Dikko Reacts As FIFA Rules On Nigeria’s Petition Against DR Congo appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NPFL: Mangut Upbeat Nasarawa United Will Bounce Back From Katsina United Defeat
Nasarawa United technical adviser Mbwas Mangut confessed his team failed to hit expected standard in the defeat to Katsina United, Completesports.com reports. The Solid Miners fell 1-0 to Katsina United in their matchday 26 encounter in Ilorin on Sunday. Boubacar Massaly netted the winning goal for Katsina United 10 minutes from time. Mangut said there [...] The post NPFL: Mangut Upbeat Nasarawa United Will Bounce Back From Katsina United Defeat appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Vinicius: Brazil Can Win 2026 World Cup
Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior has expressed optimism that Brazil will win the 2026 World Cup. Vinicius’ comments underline the confidence running through the Brazilian camp as they prepare for the global showpiece. With a squad blending established stars and emerging talent, expectations are once again high for a nation chasing a record-extending sixth title. [...] The post Vinicius: Brazil Can Win 2026 World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.
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“From Tears to Miracle” – Super Falcons Legend Precious Dede Welcomes Quadruplets After Long Wait
Former Nigeria women’s national team goalkeeper, Precious Dede has announced the birth of quadruplets, a deeply emotional moment that has sparked widespread joy across Nigeria football community. The former Super Falcons safe hands shared the heartwarming news on her Instagram page on Sunday, confirming that she welcomed four children at once (two boys and two [...] The post “From Tears to Miracle” – Super Falcons Legend Precious Dede Welcomes Quadruplets After Long Wait appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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UCL Play-off: Mourinho Wary Of ‘Wounded’ Real Madrid
Benfica manager Jose Mourinho has warned his players that Real Madrid will be dangerous opponents in their Champions League playoff on Tuesday as the “wounded” Spanish giants arrive in Lisbon nursing bruised pride. The playoff first leg at the Estadio da Luz pits Benfica against a side still smarting from a chaotic 4-2 loss to [...] The post UCL Play-off: Mourinho Wary Of ‘Wounded’ Real Madrid appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Ex-Super Falcons Goalkeeper Welcomes Quadruplets
This is the best of times for former Super Falcons goalkeeper Precious Dede after she gave birth to four babies after years of waiting. Dede, who won the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in 2010 and 2014, made this announcement via her Instagram handle on Sunday morning. “After many years of waiting, God showed [...] The post Ex-Super Falcons Goalkeeper Welcomes Quadruplets appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Premier League Set For Ramadan Breaks
The Premier League has confirmed that there will be brief match pauses during Ramadan for Muslim players to break fast at sunset. These pauses, taken at a natural stoppage in play, were first introduced across English football in 2021 and have generally been welcomed by players, managers, and supporters as a simple, practical show of [...] The post Premier League Set For Ramadan Breaks appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Ronaldo Chases the 1,000-Goal Club; 962 Down, 38 to Go – Can He Do It? 
At 40 years old, Cristiano Ronaldo is no longer chasing opponents, he is chasing history itself. The Portugal superstar is closing in on a milestone no footballer has officially reached in competitive matches: 1,000 career goals. Not Pelé. Not Romário. Not Lionel Messi. Not anyone, once friendly matches are removed and only competitive goals are [...] The post Ronaldo Chases the 1,000-Goal Club; 962 Down, 38 to Go – Can He Do It?  appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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‘It Was Really Important’ — Sadiq Talks Up Valencia’s Win Over Levante
Sadiq Umar has reflected on Valencia’s 2-0 victory over their local rivals Levante at the Ciutat de València Stadium on Sunday night., reports Completesports.com. Carlos Corberán’s side claimed the double over Levante for the first time in their history. Largie Ramazani gave the visitors the lead four minutes after the half hour mark. Read Also:Sadiq [...] The post ‘It Was Really Important’ — Sadiq Talks Up Valencia’s Win Over Levante appeared first on Complete Sports.
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SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 66: Harry Kane Milestone
Harry Kane has made history by becoming the first Englishman to reach 500 professional goals in official games. The Bayern Munich striker hit the milestone with a brace against Werder Bremen on Saturday. Kane was already the highest-scoring Englishman, having surpassed Jimmy Greaves’ total of 474 in December. It has been another remarkable goal-scoring season [...] The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 66: Harry Kane Milestone appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NPFL: Aweroro Hails Shooting Stars’ Grit In Win Over Warri Wolves
Shooting Stars head coach Nurudeen Aweroro has hailed his team’s determination in the hard-earned win over Warri Wolves, reports Completesports.com. The Oluyole Warriors defeated Warri Wolves 4-2 in a Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 26 encounter at the Moshood Abiola Sports Arena, Abeokuta on Sunday. Goals Galore In Abeokuta Warri Wolves took the lead [...] The post NPFL: Aweroro Hails Shooting Stars’ Grit In Win Over Warri Wolves appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NPFL: Bayelsa United Coach Okara Rues Missed Chances In South-South Derby Stalemate
Bayelsa United Head Coach, Meremu Okara, has lamented his team’s scoreless draw in Sunday’s 2025/2026 NPFL Matchday 26 clash against Bendel Insurance at the Samson Siasia Stadium, Yenagoa, Completesports.com reports. Okara said the two points the Restoration Boys dropped at home against Bendel Insurance were a huge price they paid for their wastefulness in front [...] The post NPFL: Bayelsa United Coach Okara Rues Missed Chances In South-South Derby Stalemate appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Rasheedat Ajibade Fires PSG Into Coupe LFFP Final; Targets First Trophy
Super Falcons captain, Rasheedat Ajibade made a decisive impact off the bench as Paris Saint-Germain Féminine stormed into the Coupe LFFP final with a 3–0 victory over city rivals Paris FC on Saturday. Ajibade sealed the win in the 89th minute, calmly tapping in a cut-back inside the box to crown a dominant PSG display [...] The post Rasheedat Ajibade Fires PSG Into Coupe LFFP Final; Targets First Trophy appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Lukas Nmecha Is The Unsung Hero Of Leeds’ Season
Lukas Nmecha’s arrival at Leeds United in the summer of 2025 barely moved the dial. In an era where transfers need fireworks to feel convincing, a free agent from Wolfsburg on a two-year deal did not exactly stir the pulse. Yes, he was welcomed warmly enough. But Elland Road was really watching the Rodrigo Muniz [...] The post Lukas Nmecha Is The Unsung Hero Of Leeds’ Season appeared first on Complete Sports.
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“I’m Done With Nigeria Athletics” – Sprinter Favour Ashe Sprinter Dumps Nigeria for Qatar
Nigeria’s sprinting crisis has taken another damaging turn as United States–based speedster, Favour Ashe has officially switched his international allegiance to Qatar, citing poor treatment, weak athlete welfare and a broken athletics system back home. Ashe, a two-time Nigerian national champion, Commonwealth Games medallist and the country’s fastest sprinter in recent times with a personal [...] The post “I’m Done With Nigeria Athletics” – Sprinter Favour Ashe Sprinter Dumps Nigeria for Qatar appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Super Eagles Set For March Friendly Against Jordan
Jordan have lined up friendlies against the Super Eagles of Nigeria ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, reports Completesports.com. The matches are fixed for Amman between March 23 and 31. It will be first-ever meeting between Nigeria and Jordan at the full international level. Read Also:Iran Target Friendly With Super Eagles Ahead 2026 World [...] The post Super Eagles Set For March Friendly Against Jordan appeared first on Complete Sports.
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