Isiolo, Kenya|President William Ruto’s visit to Isiolo County took an unexpected turn on Friday as persistent heckling from residents forced an early end to his appearance at the groundbreaking ceremony for the County Aggregation and Industrial Park project. The event, intended to mark a significant step in regional development, instead highlighted growing tensions between the […]
Isiolo, Kenya| The National Police Service (NPS) has confirmed the arrest of Sadam Buke, a resident of Isiolo, who was reported missing, stating that he is in lawful custody alongside other individuals apprehended during the ongoing security operation, Operation Ondoa Jangili. In an official press statement, the NPS revealed that Buke is suspected of being […]
Garbatulla, Isiolo County| Isiolo Woman Representative Mumina Bonaya faced a hostile reception today as she was heckled while addressing a public gathering in the presence of President William Ruto in Garbatulla, Isiolo County. The disruption occurred as the legislator attempted to deliver her speech during the President’s development tour of Northern Kenya. In a bold […]
In a democratic and multi-ethnic society like Kenya, fair representation in national governance is not just a moral obligation but a constitutional imperative. However, the Sakuye community—a vital part of Kenya’s socio-political fabric—finds itself sidelined in the recent government appointments by President William Samoei Ruto. Despite numerous appointments made in Marsabit and Isiolo counties, spanning […]
Isiolo residents are gripped with fear following the sudden and unexplained disappearance of a middle-aged man, Sadam Buke, popularly known as “Boru Kude.” Buke was reportedly picked up by unidentified individuals earlier today at around 4 PM near Acacia Hotel, on the outskirts of Isiolo town. The incident adds to the growing list of mysterious […]
Isiolo County witnessed a powerful call for action as InformAction-Kenya, a non-governmental organization, joined key stakeholders and community members to mark the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). The event saw local communities presenting a petition demanding immediate government intervention to address the escalating cases of gender-based violence (GBV), FGM, and […]
The Oromo Liberation Front-Oromo Liberation Army (OLF-OLA) has dismissed claims that its fighters are involved in criminal activities in Marsabit and Isiolo counties, asserting that it fully respects Kenya’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The Kenyan government launched “Operation Ondoa Jangili” (Operation to Remove Criminals) on Sunday, January 3, 2025, with the aim of flushing out […]
Isiolo, Kenya| In a significant move to accelerate development in Isiolo County, Petroleum Principal Secretary (PS) Mohamed Liban has been appointed to chair a newly formed Development Steering Committee. The committee will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of key government programs aimed at fostering economic growth and improving infrastructure in the region. The decision […]
Isiolo, Kenya| In a significant political and developmental milestone, Isiolo Governor Abdi Ibrahim Guyo led a high-profile delegation to the official residence of Deputy President Prof. Abraham Kithure Kindiki. The visit reinforced a growing alliance between the Isiolo leadership and the Kenya Kwanza administration, resulting in major development pledges aimed at transforming the county. Governor […]
