DPP Haji to appeal Sonko’s acquittal in Ksh20M corruption case

Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Noordin Haji says he will appeal the Anti-Corruption Court decision to acquit former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko from all corruption charges relating to the loss of funds in tender procurement at City Hall three years ago. In a statement, Haji says the court did not consider the merits and substance of the […]

Sonko offers to fly Baby Sagini to China for eye implants

Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has offered to help a 3-year-old boy who had his eyes gouged out in Marani, Kisii county, access specialised treatment abroad. Sonko, in a statement on Monday, December 19, said he had identified a hospital in Shenzhen southeastern China which specialises in eye implants that could handle Junior Sagini’s case. […]

‘Safest place!’ Sonko opposes govt’s plan to abolish boarding schools

Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has opposed plans to abolish boarding primary schools in the country. In a statement on Wednesday, December 7, the former county boss said the plans by the government were ill-advised. The outspoken politician and philanthropist said boarding schools are a safe haven for some students, especially those coming from broken […]