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Counties splurge on salaries as development stalls, budget report reveals
Several counties received billions of shillings but failed to channel a single shilling into development.
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AUSSOM head urges regional unity to combat terrorism, counter youth radicalization
Ingonga eulogised Jirongo as a visionary entrepreneur and seasoned politician whose contribution to business and national development left a lasting imprint.
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Inside the overnight operation that repulsed an Al-Shabaab assault on a Chinese Workers’ Camp in Elwak
Armed with AK-47 rifles, PKM machine guns, rocket-propelled grenades and a directional mine, the attackers blew up the main gate and damaged sections of the perimeter wall in an apparent bid to force their way inside.
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Ruto Sets 2026 Launch for JKIA Expansion and New Airport Under KSh5 Trillion Plan
The government is set to kick off the modernization of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) and the construction of a new airport from January 2026, as part of a broader Ksh5 trillion national transformation plan aimed at industrialization and economic growth. The ambitious projects are expected to enhance air transport capacity, support industrial expansion, and attract complementary investments in rail, energy, and other critical infrastructure. Speaking during the contract signing ceremony for the Matuga Clinker Line on Tuesday, President William Ruto described the airport upgrades as a cornerstone of Kenya’s drive to reduce reliance on debt and accelerate national development. The post Ruto Sets 2026 Launch for JKIA Expansion and New Airport Under KSh5 Trillion Plan appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Nairobi Central Station Set for Major Makeover into Modern Transport Hub
The redevelopment of Nairobi Central Station has moved a significant step forward after the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) confirmed it has reviewed and accepted the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Study Report for the project. The approval paves the way for Kenya Railways Corporation to transform the historic station into a modern transport hub in the heart of Nairobi, improving passenger flow, expanding railway capacity, and enhancing connectivity across the city. Modern Facilities Planned The redevelopment blueprint includes two-story station buildings, upgraded platforms and canopies, new entrances and exits, footbridges, and a variety of public facilities within the station precinct. The post Nairobi Central Station Set for Major Makeover into Modern Transport Hub appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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The Funniest Memes in Nairobi This Wednesday
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CCTV Footage Reveals Cyrus Jirongo’s Final Moments Before Deadly Naivasha Road Accident
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has launched an in-depth investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of former Cabinet minister and ex-Lugari Member of Parliament Cyrus Jirongo. In a statement issued on Monday, the DCI confirmed that the fatal crash occurred in the early hours of December 13, 2025, at the Karai area in Naivasha along the busy Nakuru–Nairobi Highway. Jirongo’s vehicle collided head-on with a public service vehicle (PSV) bus operated by Climax Company Ltd. According to preliminary findings, the accident happened at approximately 2:19am and involved motor vehicle registration number KCZ 305U, which Jirongo was driving, and The post CCTV Footage Reveals Cyrus Jirongo’s Final Moments Before Deadly Naivasha Road Accident appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Atwoli Backs Ruto’s Singapore Vision: “Kenyan Workers Won’t Be Held Hostage by Short-Term Politics”
The Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU-K) has defended President William Ruto, sharply criticizing political leaders opposing the proposed National Infrastructure Fund and Sovereign Wealth Fund. He warned that resistance to the initiatives risks derailing Kenya’s long-term economic transformation. In a strongly worded statement, COTU (K) Secretary General Francis Atwoli launched an attack on those he claimed are blocking reforms aimed at ensuring the economy is strong, inclusive, and ready for the future through the two new funds. He said opposition to the two funds reflects fear of change, limited exposure, and a lack of long-term vision. “Those opposed to The post Atwoli Backs Ruto’s Singapore Vision: “Kenyan Workers Won’t Be Held Hostage by Short-Term Politics” appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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“Go Look for Fools”: Ruto Dismisses Kalonzo’s Claim on Kibwezi–Maua Road Project
President William Ruto has accused Wiper Democratic Movement party leader Kalonzo Musyoka of lying about the construction of the Kibwezi-Maua road, which has seen the two leaders trade jabs in recent days. President Ruto had on Sunday accused Kalonzo of being a naysayer and leading the campaign against his agenda to transform the country. Ruto hit out at Kalonzo, claiming that the opposition leader had no authority to lecture him on matters of development, saying the road leading to his home remains untarmacked despite his long tenure in politics. “There are those saying we can’t achieve all that I have The post “Go Look for Fools”: Ruto Dismisses Kalonzo’s Claim on Kibwezi–Maua Road Project appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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“Tell Kenyans Where the Trillions Went”: Nyoro Takes Aim at Ruto Over NIF
Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has mounted a strong challenge against the government’s establishment of the National Infrastructure Fund (NIF), accusing President William Ruto’s administration of failing to account for nearly Ksh4 trillion borrowed since 2022. Speaking during a press address on Monday, the former Budget and Appropriations Committee chairperson said the government must first explain to Kenyans how it has spent the trillions already borrowed before introducing another mega funding vehicle. Nyoro argued that transparency and accountability must take precedence over new borrowing and ambitious financial structures. “We have borrowed close to 4 trillion shillings already, before setting The post “Tell Kenyans Where the Trillions Went”: Nyoro Takes Aim at Ruto Over NIF appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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“Let’s Not Play Games”: High Court Warns Police Over Mwenda Mbijiwe Disappearance
High Court Judge Martin Muya has issued a stern warning to all parties against further delays in the long-running case surrounding the disappearance of security analyst Mwenda Mbijiwe, now more than four years since he went missing. The warning came after Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja and Director of Criminal Investigations Mohamed Amin failed to personally appear in court on Tuesday, despite earlier summons requiring their attendance. “Let’s all endeavour kindly to resolve this issue. I won’t call it murder… disappearance of one of us. Let’s not play games, kindly!” Justice Muya said. Top Police Chiefs Skip Court Appearance The post “Let’s Not Play Games”: High Court Warns Police Over Mwenda Mbijiwe Disappearance appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Governor Sakaja Approves Menstrual Leave Days for Nairobi County Staff
The Nairobi County Government has approved the introduction of two-monthly menstrual health days for women employees, a move aimed at improving service delivery across county departments. The decision was endorsed by Governor Johnson Sakaja and his Cabinet on Tuesday, December 16, 2025. According to the county, the new policy will be integrated into Nairobi’s human resource framework to address menstrual health challenges that have often affected women employees’ well-being and work performance. Women constitute more than half of the county workforce, and the lack of menstrual health provisions has previously impacted efficiency and service delivery. “Studies cited indicate that between The post Governor Sakaja Approves Menstrual Leave Days for Nairobi County Staff appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Wetherspoons Delays Opening of New Croydon Pub After £1m Investment
The opening of a new Wetherspoon pub in Croydon has been delayed just days before it was due to welcome its first customers. The Coombe Lodge, located on Coombe Road, had been scheduled to open at 8am on Wednesday, December 17, following a £1 million redevelopment. However, the company has now announced that the opening […] The post Wetherspoons Delays Opening of New Croydon Pub After £1m Investment appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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AFCON 2025: Chukwueze Arrives In Super Eagles’ Cairo Camp
Twenty-six players are now in the Super Eagles camp in Cairo, Egypt, following the arrival of Samuel Chukwueze on Tuesday night. The Super Eagles media officer Promise Efoghe dislcosed this. According to the team’s spokesperson, the only players who are yet to arrive are Victor Osimhen and Moses Simon. Also, he stated that in Wednesday, [...] The post AFCON 2025: Chukwueze Arrives In Super Eagles’ Cairo Camp appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Carabao Cup: Chelsea Defeat Cardiff 3-1 To Reach Semi-final
A brace from Alejandro Garnacho and a solitary strike from Pedro Neto earned Chelsea a 3-1 win against Cardiff in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday. After a goalless first half Garnacho opened the scoring in the 57th minute but David Turnbull made it 1-1 on 75 minutes. With eight minutes left Neto restored Chelsea’s [...] The post Carabao Cup: Chelsea Defeat Cardiff 3-1 To Reach Semi-final appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Nigeria Takes Centre Stage As Four Officials Attend FIFA Committees Meetings in Doha
Four Nigerians are currently participating in the FIFA Standing Committees Plenary Sessions and Meetings taking place in Doha, Qatar, underlining the country’s growing influence within global football governance, Completesport.com reports. Among them is Amaju Melvin Pinnick, who serves as the Deputy Chair of the prestigious FIFA Men’s National Teams Competitions Committee. Pinnick, a former President [...] The post Nigeria Takes Centre Stage As Four Officials Attend FIFA Committees Meetings in Doha appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Friendly: Super Eagles Fall 2-1 To Egypt In Cairo
Egypt defeated Nigeria’s Super Eagles 2-1 in a pre-2025 Africa Cup of Nations friendly at the Cairo International Stadium on Tuesday night,reports Completesports.com. The hosts dominated the opening exchanges, and went in front through Mahmoud Saber in the 28th minute. Saber slotted the ball home from inside box following a cross from the right. The [...] The post Friendly: Super Eagles Fall 2-1 To Egypt In Cairo appeared first on Complete Sports.
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I Am Extremely Proud –Donnarumma Reacts After Winning Best FIFA Men’s Goalkeeper
Manchester City goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma has expressed delight to have been named the Best FIFA Men’s Goalkeeper. The city’s number one saw off competition from Premier League goalkeepers, including Alisson Becker, Emiliano Martinez, and David Raya, to claim the accolade. Recall that the nominees were chosen by a panel of experts, with Donnarumma selected as [...] The post I Am Extremely Proud –Donnarumma Reacts After Winning Best FIFA Men’s Goalkeeper appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Invitation A Dream Come True — Nnadi
Tochukwu Nnadi has described his invitation to the Super Eagles a ‘dream come true’, reports Completesports.com. The 22-year-old is one of the five new players named in Nigeria’s squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Nnadi has impressed with Belgian Pro League League outfit, Zulte Waregem this season. Read Also:AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Arrive [...] The post AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Invitation A Dream Come True — Nnadi appeared first on Complete Sports.
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2026 World Cup: Ghana’s Friendly Will Be Valuable For Germany — Nagelsmann
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann believes playing Ghana in an international friendly game will give the team an idea on what to expect from Ivory Coast in the 2026 World Cup. Recall that Germany have been drawn alongside Curaçao, Ivory Coast, and Ecuador in Group E. The clash against the Black Stars is expected to take [...] The post 2026 World Cup: Ghana’s Friendly Will Be Valuable For Germany — Nagelsmann appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Domenech: Zerbi’s Style Of Play Is Predictable At Marseille
Former France coach Raymond Domenech believes it’s very easy for other teams to play Marseille due to manager Roberto de Zerbi’s predictable style of play. He made this known on the backdrop of Marseille’s victory over Monaco in Ligue 1 at the weekend. Speaking with L’Équipe, Domenech stated that Zerbi’s game lacks organization and identity. [...] The post Domenech: Zerbi’s Style Of Play Is Predictable At Marseille appeared first on Complete Sports.
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10 African Football Stars Who Will Miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Africa’s journey to the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been filled with drama, surprises, and heartbreaking exits. Some of the continent’s biggest football icons from Victor Osimhen to André Onana will not be on the world’s biggest stage, leaving fans stunned across Europe and Africa. Related: Richest Footballers In The World 2025 Faiq Bolkiah, Ronaldo, [...] The post 10 African Football Stars Who Will Miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.
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NPFL: Finidi Demands More From Players Despite Rivers United’s Win Over Wikki
Rivers United technical adviser Finidi George has demanded more from his players despite the win over Wikki Tourists. The former champions defeated Abdu Maikaba’s side 1-0 in a matchday 17 tie at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Port Harcourt on Monday. Taofeek Otaniyi scored the decisive goal in the ninth minute. Read Also:NPFL: Rivers United Secure [...] The post NPFL: Finidi Demands More From Players Despite Rivers United’s Win Over Wikki appeared first on Complete Sports.
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How Live Score Hubs And Sports News Share Match Days
Match days now run through one simple loop – check the score, skim a headline, react in chat, repeat. Fans bounce between a compact live hub and detailed coverage without thinking about how those layers work together. When both sides are designed and used with intent, live updates keep everyone synced on every ball while [...] The post How Live Score Hubs And Sports News Share Match Days appeared first on Complete Sports.
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2026 WC Playoffs: Missing Osimhen In Second Half Vs DR Congo Affected Eagles –Onyeka
Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka has disclosed that Victor Osimhen’s injury during the 2026 World Cup playoff final gave DR Congo a significant advantage over Nigeria in Rabat, Morocco. Nigeria were widely tipped to overcome the Congolese after their near-perfect display against Gabon, whom they beat 4-1 in the semifinals. But the Democratic Republic of [...] The post 2026 WC Playoffs: Missing Osimhen In Second Half Vs DR Congo Affected Eagles –Onyeka appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Abdullah Jutt – SEO Expert
Abdullah Jutt is a results-driven SEO Expert with strong experience in on-page SEO, off-page SEO, technical optimization, keyword research, and content optimization. He specializes in helping businesses increase organic traffic, Google rankings, and online visibility through white-hat SEO strategies. With a deep understanding of Google algorithms, Abdullah delivers sustainable growth using: Keyword research & competitor [...] The post Abdullah Jutt – SEO Expert appeared first on Complete Sports.
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U.M Guest Post Service On Casino Websites: A Complete Guide
Introduction In the highly competitive online casino and gambling industry, visibility is everything. With thousands of casino websites competing for the same audience, ranking on search engines and building trust with users has become more challenging than ever. This is where U.M Guest Post Service on Casino Websites plays a vital role. Guest posting is [...] The post U.M Guest Post Service On Casino Websites: A Complete Guide appeared first on Complete Sports.
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PR Guest Post Agency: A Complete 1500-Word Guide For Brands And Businesses
In today’s competitive digital landscape, building authority, trust, and visibility is no longer optional—it is essential. One of the most effective ways to achieve this is through PR guest posting, a strategy that combines public relations with high-quality content marketing. A PR guest post agency helps brands publish authoritative content on reputable websites, gaining exposure, [...] The post PR Guest Post Agency: A Complete 1500-Word Guide For Brands And Businesses appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Casinò Non AAMS Deposito Minimo 10 Euro – I Migliori Siti Di Casinò
I casino non AAMS deposito minimo 10 euro rappresentano una scelta concreta per chi vuole giocare online con un budget contenuto. Sempre più piattaforme permettono di iniziare con soli dieci euro, offrendo bonus competitivi, metodi di pagamento flessibili e un’ampia selezione di giochi pensati anche per chi preferisce puntate moderate. Migliori casinò online non AAMS [...] The post Casinò Non AAMS Deposito Minimo 10 Euro – I Migliori Siti Di Casinò appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Super Falcons Slips in Latest FIFA Women’s Rankings; Retain African Supremacy
Nigeria’s Super Falcons have slipped one place to 37th in the world in the latest FIFA Women’s World Rankings released days ago, despite maintaining their status as Africa’s highest-ranked women’s national team. The Super Falcons, who were previously ranked 36th, now sit 37th with 1,607.063 points, a marginal drop largely attributed to their inactivity during [...] The post Super Falcons Slips in Latest FIFA Women’s Rankings; Retain African Supremacy appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Why Arsenal Are Still My Favourites To Win EPL Title –Rooney
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has said he believes Arsenal are still his favourite team to win the Premier League this season. The Gunners are top in the league table but are just two points ahead of Manchester City. After the defeat to Aston Villa, Mikel Arteta’s men edged out bottom side Wolverhampton Wanderers 2-1 [...] The post Why Arsenal Are Still My Favourites To Win EPL Title –Rooney appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Chioma Okafor Begins Pro Journey with North Carolina Courage
Super Falcons forward, Chioma Okafor has officially launched her professional career after signing a three-year contract with North Carolina Courage in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). The agreement also includes a club option for the 2029 season, as the Courage invests long-term faith in the explosive young forward. The move is a major milestone [...] The post Chioma Okafor Begins Pro Journey with North Carolina Courage appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Top Crypto and Fiat Casinos Like BiggerZ Players Should Explore in 2026
Online gambling is changing quickly. More players are looking for casinos that are easy to use, fast with payouts, and flexible with payment options. Instead of offering only one way to deposit and withdraw, many modern casinos now support both cryptocurrencies and traditional (fiat) money. This gives players more control over how they play and [...] The post Top Crypto and Fiat Casinos Like BiggerZ Players Should Explore in 2026 appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Hellas Verona Boss Talks Up Orban’s Performance Against Fiorentina
Hellas Verona manager Paolo Zanetti has praised Gift Orban for his impressive performance in the club’s win over Fiorentina, reports Completesports.com. The Yellow and Blues defeated their hosts 2-1 in a Serie A clash on Sunday. Orban scored both goals for Verona in the thrilling encounter. Zanetti Thumbs Up Orban Zanetti expressed satisfaction with Orban’s [...] The post Hellas Verona Boss Talks Up Orban’s Performance Against Fiorentina appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Nigerian Duo Shine as Al-Ittihad Storm into Saudi Cup Semi-Finals
Super Falcons winger, Francisca Ordega was on the scoresheet, while Ashleigh Plumptre captained, as Al-Ittihad Ladies secured a place in the Saudi Women’s Premier Challenge Cup semi-finals with a 6–1 win over NEOM on Sunday. The victory displayed Al-Ittihad’s superiority in Group B, sealing qualification with maximum points and setting up a high-profile semi-final showdown. [...] The post Nigerian Duo Shine as Al-Ittihad Storm into Saudi Cup Semi-Finals appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Osimhen Misses Super Eagles’ Training Sessions… Chelle’s Top Star Unavailable for Egypt Clash
Victor Osimhen is yet to arrive at the Super Eagles camp in Egypt ahead of Nigeria’s international friendly against Egypt. As of the latest update, 25 players have reported to camp, including goalkeepers Francis Uzoho, Stanley Nwabali and Amas Obasogie. Other players already in camp include Fisayo Dele Bashiru, Akinsanmiro Ebenezer, Semi Ajayi, Ademola Lookman, [...] The post Osimhen Misses Super Eagles’ Training Sessions… Chelle’s Top Star Unavailable for Egypt Clash appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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