Security officers in West Pokot searching for four guns after four Administration Police and 2 Kenya Police Reservists killed

Following the Raid at Kalemngorok in Turkana South  on 28^th of May where 4 Administration police officers and 2 Kenya Police Reservists were killed and 4 G3 Rifles  were also stolen by the Bandits believed to have come from The neighboring County has forced the government to Deploy security officers to recover the stolen Animals and the Guns.During the celebration of Madaraka Day Turkana County Commissioner Mr Julius Mathenge said that security from three forces Departments which Includes Rural Border Patrol (RDU), Anti stock Theft Unity (ASTU) and Administration Police are working hard to recover the Animals and the four guns. It is now 2 days down the line and only one gun Hk 11 Sub -Machine gun has been recovered.The County Commissioner however said that the forces shall be added along the borders where raids is common.Turkana South sub county is the most part of Turkana county which affected by raid the question remain to Many Turkana community is that How will   they end this fight .

Speaker in St.Kizito Turkwel's Fund raising 8.06.2014 ,by Ken Simiyu

Today St Kizito of Turkwel Parish conducted a fundraising to improve the facilities and  bring new developments in the church as well. The fundraising was presided over by the Speaker of Turkana County Assembly Hon. Geoffrey Kaituko and other invited guests together with the St. Kizito church members. In the fundraising which was realized 1.2 million. The speaker urged the faithfuls of St. Kizito to unite as one body in prayers, helping the needy and other developments in the community. On the other hand the St. Kizito Parish Priest Fr Damiano appreciated the speaker and all Christians for the good worker at the same time he urged them to put God first in everything they do. 

St Kevin defeats Sub-Marine in friendly Match on 4.06.2014 Ken Simiyu

In the sports news St Kevin Secondary school today defeated Sub-Marine of Nakwamekwi 4 goals to 1 in a friendly match that was played at St Kevin Playing ground. In the first half St. Kevin were leading 3 goals to 1, the commotion started in the second half when St. Kevin scored the 4^th goal that was ruled out by the Sub - marine team. The game ended prematurely 10 minutes after the second half where the referee of the match called off the game after commotion arised in the field.

Local news - By Ken Simiyu - 22.05.2014 - VEHICLES WITH RADIO CALLS TO START PATROLLING ON THE BORDERS

Turkana County Government today released five Land Cruisers Installed with Radio calls to help communities that live on the boarders. Speaking During the Ceremony Turkana County Deputy Governor Hon Peter Ekai said that the Vehicles are mainly to work at the areas that affected by Raids. He also said that the Vehicles will also improve in the communication within the borders. The areas that the Vehicles have been allocated to  include Turkana West, Kaptir in Turkana South, Lokiriam, Kibish and Kapedo in Turkana East. The Radio call is connected in the Radio room at the Governor’s office and will be monitored by the Technicians. Deputy Governor also said that the county government will partner with Safaricom, Celtel and other communication offices to ensure the whole of Turkana county has network so as to enable easier communication.   

Local News- By Ken Simiyu - 28.04.2019 - Chairman of Commision CIC Charles Nyachae Tours Turkana County

The Commission of the implementation of the Constitution CIC wants national assembly to respect the judiciary. Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution Chairman Charles Nyachae has sharply criticized National Assembly Speaker Justin Muturi over allegations that the National Assembly cannot respect orders from Judiciary. Last week, the speaker said that the National Assembly has an oversight role over all state organs without exception as stipulated under article 95 of the Constitution. Mr. Nyachae cited that the country could be heading towards anarchy if parliament will not respect orders by the court that barred the appearance of Judiciary Service Commissioners before a parliamentary committee after a summon. Mr. Nyachae who was speaking at Nawoitorong Women Center in Lodwar town during a meeting with Governor Josphat  Nanok, Deputy Governor Peter Lokoel, county executive committee members, county secretary, County Public Service Board, Chief Officers, Directors and head of departments. He maintained that Mr. Muturi got it wrong when he said that parliament will not respect orders by the court. Commenting on a new move by the Embu County Assembly to impeach Governor Martin Wambora, Mr. Nyachae said that it is right for area residents’ representatives but should have viable grounds to that effect. The CIC boss who was accompanied by three commissioners; Prof. Peter Wanyande, Dr. Florence Omosa, and Ms. Catherine Mumma warned that the Constitution is supreme than anybody else including the National Assembly reiterating that for a looming crisis will be fueled by those disregarding it. At the same time, he said all the 47 counties are in Kenya and everyone must feel part of Kenya even if it means flying the National flag. Turkana County Governor   Mr. Nanok said that if county chiefs are barred from flying national flags a division between county and national government will be created.

Local news - by Ken Simiyu - 21.04.2014 - YOUTHS TOLD TO NATURE THEIR TALENTS

Tullow Kenya is encouraging youths to engage into activities that will sustain their life instead of depending on people.

This was said today at Lochwa in Turkana south During the Roadshow that Involved youths from Lodwar and Lokichar who exposed their talents through singing wraping and dancing. The public advisor for Tullow Mr. Jackson Nakusa said that Tullow Kenya since Exploration has changed many lives of Turkana community right from Education, Health, social Economic and many others. Mr. Nakusa however added that Tullow has promised to support Turkana community through various ways and advised youths to find out ways to come up with many Talents for  Tullow to support them.He said that Tullow Kenya cannot Employ the whole community but can fund youths. He was addressing the community of Lokichar as youths held a Road show which was funded by Tullow Oil.

On the other hand Stallon Ekaal one of the beneficiaries of Tullow through scholarship where he said that now he is through with his masters in Petroleum Engineering and he is working with Tullow office in London as a graduate Petroleum Engineer. He appreciated Tullow Kenya for changing His life and the lives of Turkana people saying that one person supported by Tullow will make a big difference in the community.