Top 5 Today: Ruto Appoints Members of IEBC Select Panel and Other Headlines
After a long wait, President Ruto has finally appointed members of a selection panel, mandated to recruit nominees for the positions of Chairperson and members of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).
The nominees are: Prof. Adams Oloo, Dr. Nelson Makanda, Fatuma Saman, Amb. Koki Muli, Evans Misati, Nicodemus Bore Kipchirchir, Andrew Tanui Kipkoech, Carolene Kituku and Linda Kiome Gakii.
In the January 27, 2025 gazette notice, the president also revoked the appointment of members of the earlier panel appointed in 2023.
Wamalwa Unveils a New Political Outfit (DAPK)
There’s going to be a new horse in the 2027 general elections. Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K), headed by Eugene Wamalwa, will officially unveil its new headquarters today at Papaya Villas, off Langata Road, Karen.
It will be graced by among others Trans-Nzoia Governor George Natembeya, Parliamentary Group members, the National Executive Committee (NEC) members, and a host of opposition leaders.
DAP-K already has a strong presence in parts of Western and Rift Valley regions. As the general elections are closing in, the party wants to be a key player and garner influence nationally.
Rigathi Gachagua Meets Martha Karua In Kirinyaga
NARC Kenya party leader Martha Karua has met Rigathi Gachagua and his wife Dorcas after standing political animosity between them. The two visited Karua at her home in Kirinyaga county on Saturday, January 25.
Since he left government, Gachagua has lately been meeting other political players to form an alliance. He has not put his cards on the table yet and is looking to counter his nemesis President William Ruto.
Karua has loosened her stance against Gachagua, saying she would not mind working on a political wayforward with him.
Safest Countries in Africa
Altezza Travels has ranked African countries according to safety index. Altezza Travel is a destination management company in Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, which compiles the rankings by reviewing leading global studies from recent years, including official statistics and citizens’ perceptions of personal safety.
Mauritius, with a population of 1.3M, also ranks highly in the Global Peace Index, surpassing UK and Belgium. Ghana, whose crime rate is lower than Canada, Greece and Australia came in second, and Zambia, which has enjoyed peace and stability since 1964, is third. Namibia, known for its political stability, surpasses countries like Kenya in global rankings, ihas been ranked fourth behind Zambia. Morocco, Africa’s leading tourist destination, closes the top five in Africa.
Anna “African Queen” and 2face Idibia Separate
Nigerian music icon, Innocent “2Baba” Idibia, has announced that he and his wife, Annie Macaulay, have been separated for some time and are currently filing for divorce. In an Instagram story yesterday, 26th January 2025, he confirmed the rumour and later posted a video following it up.
Anna who inspired the “African Queen” hit single, is currently a star on Young, African and Famous Season Three.
The couple, who married in 2013, have two children together. The issue has drawn sharp criticism with some saying 2face is not empathic since Anna underwent a miscarriage. Their relationship has faced public challenges over the years, including allegations of infidelity and personal disputes. 2Baba has indicated that he will hold a press conference to tell his side of the story.
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