Maraga condemns Homa Bay rally violence, blames police failure and lack of independence for the unrest.
Kisii residents are demanding accountability, lower living costs and better service delivery as the 2027 General Election approaches, urging voters to judge leaders by performance rather than handouts.
President William Ruto has announced a major 2027 political realignment, with Kenya Kwanza and ODM formally agreeing to form a coalition and develop a joint manifesto ahead of the General Election.
Fresh cracks emerged in the opposition ranks on Wednesday after MP Anthony Kibagendi publicly accused former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of intimidating smaller communities and attempting to dictate terms within the anti-government alliance.
The Senate approved a major committee reshuffle on Tuesday, sidelining outspoken critics. Nyamira Senator Okong'o Omogeni protested, saying political parties cannot punish members for exercising their constitutional freedoms.
As political tensions, violence, and public mistrust grow, many Kenyans are asking whether the country is drifting away from its democratic ideals. Is the "goon state" label merely political rhetoric, or a warning that should not be ignored?