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Conduct Yourself In Ways That Will Ensure Peace, President Kenyatta Urges Politicians
President Uhuru Kenyatta has asked leaders to conduct themselves in a manner that will allow Kenyans to live in peace regardless of their political affiliation.
At the same time, the President called on Kenyans to live together in harmony and shun incitements from individuals out to disrupt the existing peace in the country.
"And if we have been blessed by God with this nation, it behoves us as individuals who stake claim to this nation as their home to ensure we protect it, to ensure we safeguard it, to ensure that we live with each other in peace.
“I always say that there is no one who applied to be born in any place or of any colour. God is the one who decided where we will be born, He is the one who said we should be in this country. So we must preserve it,” President Kenyatta said.
The Head of State spoke on Sunday at the Africa Inland Church (AIC) Pipeline in Nairobi County where he officially opened a new tuition block of the AIC Pipeline Academy and later joined worshippers for a church service.
The service was conducted by AIC Presiding Bishop Reverend Abraham Mulwa who also delivered the sermon.
Emphasizing that elections come and go, President Kenyatta cautioned Kenyans against engaging in activities that will make them to regret later.
The President, who later addressed Pipeline residents who had gathered outside the church to greet him, strongly condemned the violence meted on former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in Uasin Gishu County last Friday.
He stressed the need for peaceful campaigns and asked politicians not to incite Kenyans into engaging in lawlessness just because they want to gain political mileage.
"As we are approaching the general election, I urge that we conduct our campaigns in a peaceful manner. No one will vacate this country after the election. We will continue to live here. Let’s conduct mature and peaceful campaigns and not immature politics. Let’s not pit Kenyans against each other because of politics,” President Kenyatta said.
On boda boda riders, President Kenyatta said the Government is committed to streamlining the sector for the benefit of the riders, their passengers and other road users.
The President also took the opportunity to assure residents of the Mukuru kwa Njenga informal settlement that the Government is addressing their plight and will soon finish land adjudication that will be followed by issuance of title deeds to end the problems they have been facing.
"We want to finish the ongoing land adjudication and I want it to be done in a fair manner so that those who are the residents here are given title deeds," the President said.
The President also asked Kenyans to pray for a speedy conclusion to the Ukraine war, noting that the conflict has caused untold suffering to innocent people worldwide.
“This war has affected the whole world, prices of oil, fertilizer and other essential commodities have gone up. Innocent people have died and property destroyed. So I want you to pray for peace because peace is not just critical for Kenya but also the world.
Anglican Church of Kenya Archbishop Jackson Ole Sapit, who also attended the service, urged Kenyans not to blame the Government for the inflation, saying it is a world problem occasioned by the war in Ukraine.
Archbishop Ole Sapit reiterated President Kenyatta’s call to Kenyans to continue upholding peace in order to overcome any challenges that the country may encounter.
resident Kenyatta was accompanied by Cabinet Secretaries Fred Matiang’i (Interior), Prof George Magoha (Education), Prof Margaret Kobia (Public Service), Monica Juma (Energy), Faridah Karoney (Lands), Joe Mucheru (ICT) and Eugene Wamalwa (Defence) among other senior Government officials.
Let The People Decide, Shahbal Tells ODM On Nominations
Mombasa governor aspirant Suleiman Shahbal has challenged the orange democratic party (ODM) not to interfere with the party nomination process in the county.
According to Shahbal the party should let members from the county to decide on who will fly the party flag in the coming election.
Shahbal's camp has protested a plan to postpone nominations in Mombasa and wants party leader Raila Odinga to intervene and reject the handpicking of leaders in the party nominations for Mombasa governor.
"Nobody is going to play games for us, the people of Mombasa will decide, this tendency of of handpicking leaders we will not accept," said Shahbal
Panic has gripped Shahbal camp after ODM said they had done a poll in February and March months and the polls were in favor of his gubernatorial opponent Mvita Mp Abdulswamand Nassir.
According to reports from Shahbal camp, ODM has initiated boardroom polls and the latest poll showed that Shahbal had 26 percent and Nassir was 37 percent, while Hisham Mwidau a senatorial aspirant had 26 percent and 37 percent going to Mohamed Faki.
"We have seen a lot of activities from our party and we are not happy with the postponement of nominations, we don't want a situation where people will jump from our camp should we fail to get a nomination," said Old town MCA.
According to Hisham Mwidau,a senator aspirant who is backing businessman Suleiman Shahbal said they will not accept opinion polls instead it calls for ballot decision.
"We are questioning the credibility of the polls because we feel that they did not follow the poll laws that demand, among other things,to reveal the identity of the pollster," said Mwidau.
According to Mwidau, the ODM party has argued that it will stick to the polls to determine who will Carry the nomination ticket for ODM party and the move has gripped various camps in the gubernatorial contest.
"You will be mis-informed you will be threatened, and the truth of the matter is nobody has been given a direct ticket,they are just spreading rumors so that you can start shifting to other camps," said Mwidau.
Shahbal camp has declared that it will go for nothing short of nomination process through ballot and has dared opponents to to bring it on.
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"Let's stand firm and tell our people not to accept any other form of decision except voting in the ballot to determine who will carry the ticket, we don't believe on opinion polls," he added.
The camp has maintained that it will rally for Raila Odinga in the quest to succeed president Uhuru Kenyatta.
Trinidad Cardona Joins Davido And Aisha For FIFA World Cup Official Soundtrack
The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ Official Soundtrack kicked off with the release of the single Hayya Hayya (Better Together), featuring Trinidad Cardona, Davido and Aisha, ahead of tonight’s final draw for the tournament.
With the announcement of the single and the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ Official Soundtrack, FIFA continues to build on the FIFA Sound strategy announced in early 2021 and to connect with audiences worldwide through the shared passions of football and music.
The entertainment strategy was conceived to create innovative and meaningful connections between football fans, music enthusiasts, players, artists, and the game and songs they all love.
The combination of breakthrough US star Trinidad Cardona, Afrobeats icon Davido and Qatari sensation Aisha captures the spirit of the FIFA World Cup™ and the FIFA Sound strategy by bringing together inspiration from across the globe.
“By bringing together voices from the Americas, Africa and the Middle East, this song symbolises how music – and football – can unite the world,” said FIFA Chief Commercial Officer Kay Madati. “As part of FIFA's revamped music strategy, the multi-song soundtrack will bring passionate fans closer to the spirit of the FIFA World Cup like never before.”
Drawing on R&B and reggae influences, the song epitomises the excitement of a football festival that will light up the world later this year.
The track’s debut public performance will take place tonight in front of a worldwide audience of football fans, who will tune in from around the globe to follow the highly anticipated draw starting at 19:00 local time.
The song is the first in a selection of soundtrack singles that will hit the airwaves over the coming months, as anticipation grows in the lead-up to the start of the FIFA World Cup on 21 November 2022.
It is the first time that the tournament’s soundtrack will feature a multi-song collection, with international artists showcasing diverse musical genres that span the world, setting the tone for a truly global celebration.
FIFA’s newly launched TikTok channel @FIFAWorldCup will show special glimpses of the final draw, with the new single taking centre stage. The track’s official video is on FIFA’s YouTube channel.
Watch the official video here: FIFA’s YouTube channel
I'm Best Bet For ODM Flag-Bearer - Nassir
Mvita Member of Parliament Abdulswamad Nassir has said he is the best candidate to fly the ODM party flag in the Mombasa gubernatorial race.
The race to pick the ODM flag bearer in the Mombasa gubernatorial race has been narrowed down to two, Nassir and businessman Suleiman Shahbal.
Nassir on Saturday held a meeting with 130 out of 163 MCA aspirants in Mombasa where he expressed his confidence in clinching the ODM party ticket to take over from outgoing Mombasa governor Hassan Ali Joho.
“Numbers don’t lie, of the 163 MCA aspirants who were confirmed to have paid the nomination fees, 130 are here with us today. This is a sign of victory ahead for us,” said a jovial Nassir.
Adding " For you to be picked to be a flag bearer you have to meet certain qualifications and this applies worldwide not only in Kenya. First you must be loyal to the party, you must have been tested in leadership and be someone who can deliver to the people. I meet all these qualifications"
The legislature revealed intrigues of what had transpired in Nairobi since Wednesday after the ODM National Election Board called Mombasa aspirants for a meeting.
According to the MP, two opinion polls commissioned by the party had put him ahead.
His opponents he said protested the polls forcing the ODM NEB to commission a third opinion poll.
Following the standoff, the party postponed the planned nomination exercise slated for April 5 and 6. NEB chairperson Catherine Mumma issued a notice confirming the postponement.
Earlier on, there were confusing reports spreading on social media one saying that Nassir had been handed the party ticket with others saying that the ticket was handed to Shahbal.
“The two polls commissioned by the party have put me ahead. Our opponents disagreed and even doubted the party. A third poll is currently underway and I have no doubt, the results will be the same,” he said.
He further called on his main rival to respect the party and the decision that will be taken.
“During the NGC and the NDC held last month, the party resolved to use consensus, opinion polls or universal suffrage to get the right candidates to fly the party flag. I urge all of us to respect the party decision and direction,” he said.
Nassir further assured the aspirants that no one was going to be left out after the nominations promising to accommodate them in his government when he clinches the seat.
He also assured them that there were no preferred candidates for the ward positions saying that they will all be subjected to a free and fair nomination exercise.
Jomvu Member of Parliament Badi Twalib and his Likoni counterpart Mishi Mboko rooted for Nassir saying he was best fit to take over from governor Joho.
“I have worked with Nassir in parliament for the last nine years. He has proven to be a compassionate leader who has the interest of Mombasa people and the coast region at heart. Today I once again pledge my 100 percent support to you my brother,” said Twalib.
Mboko on her side called on their opponents to respect the party’s decision and directions.
“The ground has spoken, Nassir is the preferred ODM candidate. His track record speaks volume, he has sponsored several motions and bill in the national assembly advocating not only vor the region, but the country at large,” said Mboko.
The meeting was also attended by sole Mvita ODM Mp aspirant Soud Machele, Goshi Juma (Changamwe) and Said Abdalla alias Saedo of Nyali who all pledged to rally behind Nassir.
ODM Denies Issuing Direct To Suleiman Shahbal
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party has denied reports circulating on social media that it has issued a direct ticket to Mombasa governor aspirant Suleiman Shahbal.
According to the party, the claims posted in one of the online platforms, Daily Star Afriq stating that the party had issued a direct ticket to Shahbal is fake.
In a statement the party stated "NEB Chairperson Ms. Catherine Mumma has not addressed the media on anything to do with Mombasa County."
The reports indicated that Shahbal's main rival, Mvita Mp Abdulswamad Nassir has been refunded his nomination fees and persuaded to go for parliamentary seat.
The two, Nassir and Shahbal are banking on the party's support in their quests to succeed Hassan Joho as the next governor of Mombasa county.
Late last month (March) Shahbal unveiled his running mate, Selina Maitha.
President Kenyatta Lauds Modernization Of Kenya’s Military Training
President Uhuru Kenyatta has expressed satisfaction that the Government’s investment in the modernization of training has equipped the country’s security forces with adequate skills to deal with the challenges of an ever-evolving security environment.
President Kenyatta said the Government has also undertaken far-reaching reforms to support the welfare of the security forces and facilitated them to effectively keep the country safe and secure.
"Public investments in the security sector have secured the modernization not only of the training of our security forces but have also ensured that our training is abreast with the challenges of an ever-evolving security environment.
“We have also undertaken far-reaching reforms to support your welfare and to facilitate you to best discharge the high burden of responsibility that has been bestowed upon you,” the President said.
President Kenyatta spoke on Thursday at the Kenya Military Academy in Lanet, Nakuru County, where he commissioned the first cohort of graduate general service officer cadets that has undergone a one-year professional training at the academy.
At the same time, the Head of State appreciated the leadership of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) for their commitment to ensuring that the training provided to Kenyan troops adequately prepares them to operate effectively in both the contemporary and future security environments.
“I am pleased to note that the National Defence University-Kenya, a fully chartered university, is now fully up and running; and it is prepared to commence academic and professional development of the personnel across our entire security sector,” the President said.
He expressed hope that the cooperation in education and training will strengthen the cohesion of the country’s security organs and foster the multi-agency approach to operations that has proved very successful in addressing security matters.
In furtherance of the cooperation with other nations in fostering a more secure region, President Kenyatta commended the Kenya Military Academy for continuously training cadets from other countries.
“Today, I welcome the training of cadets from South Sudan as well as the commencement of an exchange programme of cadet training between the KDF and the defence forces of the Republic of Mozambique amongst many other existing cooperation arrangements.
“This is the true spirit of Pan Africanism where our training experiences enhance interoperability in multi-national engagements. Fundamentally, these partnerships will foster peaceful relations within our region and beyond,” President Kenyatta said.
Noting that the security threats the country faces cannot be defeated by military might alone, the President urged Kenyans from all walks of life to work together in securing the country by strengthening national unity and observing the values of tolerance and brotherhood.
“Moreover, the prosperity of a nation depends on how peace, security, governance and sound economic and financial policies are brought to bear for the advancement of its society. These values need to permeate all sectors of our society in equal measure,” President Kenyatta said.
The President congratulated the commissioned officer cadets for successfully completing the rigorous one-year training programme and advised them to strictly uphold the values and ethos that make the KDF a globally respected military.
Speaking during the occasion, the Kenya Military Academy Commandant Major-General Fatuma Ahmed said the institution provides value-based training with the aim of producing highly qualified military officers.
“Your Excellency, this academy being a centre of excellence, provides value-based training to ensure the officers commissioned are professionally, physically, intellectually, socially and morally oriented to military life,” said the Commandant.
The commissioning parade was attended by Nakuru Governor Lee Kinyanjui, Defense Cabinet Secretary Eugene Wamalwa and senior military officers led by Chief of Defence Forces General Robert Kibochi as well as other senior Government officials.
Cassper Nyovest Set For A Fight With NaakMusiq
Award winning Rapper/Producer and businessman Cassper Nyovest and multi talented Actor/Musician NaakMusiq are ready to fight it out at the Sun City Superbowl on the 9th April 2022.
The revered artists are taking things up a notch, adding boxing to their lengthy resumes.
The Celeb City Boxing Exhibition fight is not only a one-night fight but an exhilarating weekend experience with incredible parties and musical performances from the 8th-10th April.
To sum up the weekend event, Celeb City has added a heavy entertainment line up, the likes of; Nasty C, Blxckie, DJ Sumbody, DJ Zinhle, Uncle Waffles, Big Zulu, Zakes Bantwini, Young Stunna, Daliwonga, Culoe De Song, Ayanda MVP, DJ Thuli P, De Mthuda, DJ Sphe and Naves among others.
Not only will they be taking on each other, there will be a host of other professional boxers also battling it out for various titles. Celeb City is thrilled to partner with Boxing South Africa in staging this auspicious event. History will be made!
Cassper Nyovest, whose real name is Refiloe Phoolo, is known for his countless hits, from Gusheshe, Doc Shebeleza, Tito Mboweni and Siyathandana among many others.
Abuti Fill Up as he is fondly known to fans, has been training relentlessly for the big day in Sun City. Flanked by supportive friends and coaches, he has taken it upon himself to be at his fittest, following a rigorous training schedule.
The 31-year old is excited to be taking on NaakMusiq, “I am excited about this fight, I know that NaakMusiq will bring his A-game, we are both very strong-willed people and this will definitely be one for the books. I just know that the title is mine…” commented Cassper.
Born Anga Makubalo in Port Elizabeth, NaakMusiq has a glittering profile as a celebrated actor, known for his roles on Generations, Isidingo and Igazi.
He is also a recording artist known for songs such as Crazy, Qina and Ndiyindoda among others.
Much like Cassper Nyovest, NaakMusiq has also been living at the gym ready to take the title.
“I love a good challenge, I respect Cassper as an entertainer and businessman, I saw an opportunity and ran with it. I am ready to battle it out in the ring, man to man. It will be a spectacular show, I am also blessed with the best training team that keeps me motivated. Fans must come watch the fight in Sun City”. Commented NaakMusiq.
“Training NaakMusiq was exciting, he just started boxing now. It was a bit challenging for both of us but an exciting challenge. I love that Naak is teachable, always eager to learn. He is naturally fit, he does a lot of weightlifting and the transition to boxing was a bit challenging because boxing requires flexibility. We had a lot of fun training and most importantly he wants to win. I like winning and therefore training with him has been incredible”, commented Xolisani “Nomeva” Ndongeni.
"We actually feel blessed. We are happy to be taking boxing back to Sun City because it's been a while since we last had boxing there. The good thing is that we will have celebrity boxing, which for us is an opportunity to bring boxing to everyone," TLB Boxing Promotions boss Joyce Kungwane said.
Jomvu Mp Twalib Comes To The Rescue Of Coast Top Student
The top student in Coast region who scored 420 marks in KCPE will smile her way into high school after Jomvu MP Badi Twalib promised to sponsor her education.
Lissa,15, the second born in her family and who dreams to become an aeronautical engineer, would love to join Kenya High School in Nairobi county.
Lissa who was a student at Amani Primary school, Mikindani was worried that her mother could not afford to take her to secondary school due to fees problems. She was afraid of following the footsteps of her elder sister, who scored 370 marks in KCPE exam but could not join the school she was selected to join for lack of school fees.
Her mother is a housewife.
Speaking at Mombasa's Moi international airport, Jomvu Mp Ba di Twalib said the girl has made him proud for being among the top students in the 2021 KCPE examinations from his backyard.
The MP said he will not only cater for the four-year school fees in secondary, but all other requirements including transportation to and from the school she will join.
"Lisa has made me proud. I will take care of her needs and ensure she joins the university of her choice in the country." said Twalib.
Mbae Set To Perform At Nairobi Street Kitchen This Friday
Multi-talented crooner Mbae is set to perform this Friday 1st April at Nairobi Street Kitchen alongside The Revolution Band.
Guests will be treated to a mélange of great music and dance from 7.30pm and entrance is absolutely free. Typically, his live performances integrate live instruments, vocals, and different types of dance genres.
The self- taught singer, songwriter, instrumentalist, producer, dancer, and performer of the 'Lishanoga' fame has written songs that cut through different genres such as Zouk, Kizomba, Afro, and Afro-RnB.
He is also a proponent of artists leading the evolution towards immersive consumption of digital experiences.
Despite having danced for 3 years only, Mbae' s passion for dance has enabled him to integrate a variety of genres in dance that span across Latin (salsa, kizomba, bachata), Afrobeat, Hip hop, and recently, amapiano, from South Africa.
Apart from being all- rounded artistically, Mbae' s stellar performance from Mang' u High School in Kenya earned him a place in one of Europe' s most prestigious universities, Sciences Po Paris in France where he recently obtained a master' s in marketing.
He is the vision bearer of the Revolution The Band ( RTB ), which comprises some of the finest musicians of his generation. The band constitutes Guitarist - Elisha Opiyo, Pianist – Boaz, Saxophonist - Denilson Ochieng, drummer - Daniel Karisa, Bass guitarist - Eric Mayore and Dancer - Deon Oburu.
Shafy Skiz Drops New Single 'Majaribu'
Eugene Odinda, professionally known as Shafy Skiz is set to take the Kenyan entertainment space by storm with the release of his brand new single titled Majaribu.
Watch the official music video for Majaribu here: https://youtu.be/pMI6IF9zuXw
Majaribu is a feel-good song that has the ability to make you groove along and will do very well on the party scene.
Based in Mombasa, the dancehall musician has been on an upward trajectory since releasing his debut track Mlaini back in April 2020.
He has teamed up with award-winning producer Shirko, who together with up and rising producer Kichwa Touch - recorded, mixed, and mastered the song at Shirko Media Entertainment Studios.
Directed by Nezzoh Montana of Film Giant Production, the video for the song was recorded in Nairobi, across a demanding two-day shoot.
Its afro-beats vibe makes it very relatable and relevant to his Kenyan target market. With the infusion of relatable lyrics and an outstanding sonic delivery, Majaribu comes with that replay value.
Speaking about the new song, Shafy Skiz says, “Majaribu is a song about a beautiful and stunning girl who is driving me crazy. The song is my statement that I am now officially back in the game after a two-year hiatus. Through the verses and chorus, I wanted to prove that no one can ever predict what comes next from me, not even myself.”
