The National Police Service has expelled 54 recruits from the National Police College, Kiganjo Campus, after a training progress assessment revealed serious breaches of eligibility and discipline.

Commandant Munga Nyale announced the dismissals during the review session presided over by Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen.

The expulsions, he said, were necessary to safeguard the integrity of the service and ensure that only qualified and disciplined officers proceed to graduation.

Among those discharged were 18 female trainees found pregnant, a violation of training regulations.

Another 18 recruits were discovered to have presented forged academic certificates, while 10 were disqualified after background checks revealed criminal convictions.

The college also expelled two trainees who had used forged identification documents, two others on medical grounds, and three for disciplinary misconduct. In addition, one trainee voluntarily withdrew due to serious illness.

Nyale noted that some of those dismissed will not be eligible for reapplication in future recruitment cycles.

Interior CS Murkomen reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening police training, highlighting ongoing infrastructure upgrades and expanded instruction in tactical operations, human rights, ICT, and emerging security challenges.

“The recruits seated before you today reported to the college on November 24, 2025 after successfully undergoing a highly competitive recruitment exercise. They are indeed a fortunate group having been selected from among many qualified applicants. Among them, 54 had their courses terminated,” he said

Staff from across Parliament gathered in Wangige, Kiambu County, to pay their last respects to their colleague and friend, the late Mr. Gathogo Mungai Kamau, a long serving parliamentary chef remembered for his dedication, humility, and commitment to service

Speaking during the funeral service, the Deputy Clerk of the National Assembly, Ms. Serah Kioko, eulogised Mr. Mungai as one of Parliament’s most diligent and dependable employees, noting that his passing was a great loss to the Parliamentary Service Commission and the wider parliamentary fraternity.

“We have lost a dear friend who was one of our very best. The Parliamentary Service Commission has lost greatly,” said Ms. Kioko.

Mr. Mungai joined Parliament on 13th May 2005 as a Chef III and steadily rose through the ranks through hard work and commitment to become a Sous Chef, the position he held until his untimely demise on 29th April 2026.

Ms. Kioko described the late Mungai as a bright and selfless individual who willingly shared his knowledge and skills with colleagues.

She recalled how freely he would walk into her office for conversations on various matters, describing this as a testament to his warm, friendly, and caring nature.

She reminded mourners that although life is fleeting, Mr. Mungai lived his life fully and purposefully.

Quoting Psalms 90:12, Ms. Kioko said, “Teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.”

“So that we may do what we are called upon to do, just as Mungai did,” she added.

The Deputy Clerk also conveyed a message of condolence from the Secretary of the Parliamentary Service Commission and Clerk of the Senate, Mr. Jeremiah Nyegenye, who praised the late Mungai’s passion for the culinary arts from a young age.

“I have come to learn of his artistic interests, including his passion for the culinary arts from a young age. His life is a lesson to all of us that interests can indeed be converted into fulfilling careers,” read part of the message.

The message further encouraged mourners to pursue their dreams boldly.

“Without leaps of imagination or dreaming, we lose the excitement of possibilities. Therefore, I urge us all to dream big and pursue our interests against all odds because only we have the ability to advocate for our dreams and, with conviction, inspire others to support our journey.”

In consoling the bereaved family, the Clerk’s message noted: “Grief is the price we pay for love, but sudden grief is a bill presented with no notice. The loss of a child is profound, but take heart in the assurance that ‘The Lord is near to the broken-hearted and saves those crushed in spirit’ (Psalm 34:18).”

The preacher of the day, Rev. Mbaka Imwara, also condoled with the family, assuring them that God would sustain them during the difficult period.

“There is no vacuum in the Kingdom of God. Where Mungai has left, God will fill that vacuum,” said Rev. Imwara.

He also commended the leadership and staff from Parliament for standing with the family during the mourning period.

By Andrew Kariuki

A Kenyan man identifying himself as “Prophet Mdodoki Ararat Star” has formally petitioned President William Ruto to suspend Madaraka Day celebrations, arguing that the country has not yet attained what he describes as “true economic sovereignty, independent governance and national self-determination.”

In a letter dated February 12, 2026, addressed to State House and copied to several government institutions, Fredrick Kamau Mwangi claimed Kenya remains under significant foreign economic and political influence despite attaining self-rule decades ago.

The petition, stamped as received by the Office of the Attorney General, Senate and other offices, demands the immediate suspension or postponement of the upcoming Madaraka Day celebrations planned for North Eastern Kenya.

“Madaraka Day is historically intended to commemorate the transfer of self-governance and the assertion of national autonomy. However, it is my respectful but firm position that Kenya has not yet attained genuine independence in substance,” the letter states.

Mwangi argues that Kenya continues to operate under “significant economic influence and structural control from foreign powers and international actors,” alleging that global financial systems exert influence over the country’s policies, governance priorities and natural resources.

In the petition, he further claims that Kenya’s minerals and strategic resources are being extracted under arrangements that disproportionately benefit foreign interests while ordinary Kenyans continue to struggle with poverty, unemployment and rising public debt.

“There exists growing concern among citizens that Kenya’s minerals and strategic resources are being extracted under arrangements that disproportionately benefit foreign interests,” he wrote.

The petitioner also expressed concerns over Kenya’s dependence on external loans, claiming the conditions attached to such financing expose the country to “economic pressure, sanctions, policy coercion and micromanagement of national affairs.”

In one of the more striking sections of the letter, Mwangi stated that he had been “instructed by the Almighty God Himself” through a vision to write to the President and seek a public meeting before the media.

“Take further notice that I was instructed by the Almighty God Himself, the Creator of the Heavens and the Universe… through a vision given unto me on the 2nd day of January 2026,” the petition reads.

He further cited biblical references including Psalms 137:1-4 and Exodus 5:1-5, arguing that Kenya requires both spiritual and economic liberation.

Mwangi warned that unless action is taken within 14 days, he would move to court through his lawyer, seeking conservatory orders to suspend the celebrations “in the public interest.”

The petition was copied to the Cabinet Secretary for Interior, the Attorney General, the Law Society of Kenya, the Speaker of the National Assembly and the Clerk of the Senate.

It remains unclear at the moment of publication whether the Presidency or any of the offices copied in the petition have formally responded.

 Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has strongly condemned the brutal killing of Rev. Julius Ngari Ndumia, the Parish Minister of Presbyterian Church of East Africa Tubaga Parish in Nakuru East Presbytery, describing the murder as shocking and deeply disturbing to the church and the country.

In a statement issued on Friday, Gachagua sent condolences to the slain cleric’s family, members of his parish, and Presbyterians across East Africa, saying the killing had caused fear and anxiety among worshippers and clergy.

“The cold-blooded murder of an anointed man of God is not only callous to the extreme but raises serious questions about the security of our shepherds and indeed the Kenyan public,” Gachagua said.

The former deputy president claimed the PCEA church had increasingly come under attack from criminals allegedly operating under state protection.

He pointed to previous incidents involving PCEA Mwiki Church and PCEA Kariobangi Church, where he alleged Christians were attacked by goons backed by police officers.

According to Gachagua, the incidents had created fear among members of the church, while the silence of some church leaders over the attacks remained worrying.

He further expressed concern over what he termed as police inaction following Rev. Ndumia’s murder, saying no arrests had been made and no official statement issued days after the incident.

“The brutal murder of Rev. Ndumia has sent panic to the PCEA clergy across the country, and police inaction so far is troubling to say the least,” he stated.

Gachagua also questioned whether the cleric may have been targeted for speaking out against corruption, poor governance, and alleged violations of human rights.

“Who killed Rev. Ndumia and why? Could it be he was silenced for being vocal against corruption, bad governance and violation of human rights?” he posed.

The former deputy president urged the Inspector General of Police to issue a public statement explaining the circumstances surrounding the killing and to provide assurances regarding the safety of PCEA parish ministers and the protection of constitutional freedoms, including freedom of worship and expression.

He also called on church leadership to condemn what he termed as the persecution of the PCEA church “in the strongest terms possible.”

At the same time, Gachagua appealed to police authorities to urgently address increasing incidents of break-ins targeting churches, where valuables have reportedly been stolen.

The murder of Rev. Ndumia has continued to draw reactions from religious leaders, politicians, and human rights advocates, with growing calls for swift investigations and justice for the slain cleric.