February 9, 2024: Top news events to look out for today
By Ascah Mwango, February 9, 2024Here is what you need to know to get up to speed with today’s happenings.
Jacque Maribe, Jowie murder case
The High Court is set to announce its decision on Friday, February 9, in the trial involving Joseph Irungu (known as Jowie) and former TV news anchor Jacque Maribe, the main suspects in the murder of businesswoman Monica Kimani.
Originally, the judgment was supposed to be rendered on March 15, 2024. However, all parties involved agreed to move the date forward.
This decision comes after several delays in the case.
The initial judgment date was set for October 6, 2023, but it was postponed due to the illness of Lady Justice Grace Nzioka.
Subsequently, a new date of December 15, 2023, was arranged. Unfortunately, the verdict was delayed again to January 26, 2024, this time because Maribe fell ill.
The court is finally prepared to deliver its decision on this long-awaited case.
The National Assembly Select Committee on Budget & Appropriations
The National Assembly Select Committee on Budget & Appropriations is set to convene on Friday, February 9th, 2024, to deliberate on several legislative proposals slated to become Bills. The session, scheduled to commence at 9:30 am and take place at the Hilton Garden Inn Hotel along Mombasa Road, will see various bills under scrutiny.
Among the key agenda items is the Basic Education (Amendment) Bill, 2023, presented by Anthony Tom Oluoch, scheduled for consideration from 9:30 am to 10:00 am.
Naomi Waqo will present the Employment (Amendment) Bill, 2023, from 10:00 am to 10:30 am.
Later in the morning session, from 11:00.a.m to 11:30.a.m, Gladys Boss will introduce the Kenya Reparation Bill, 2022, for discussion.
NCCK Nairobi region press briefing
The National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK) Nairobi region is set to host a press briefing at Ufungamano House on Friday, February 9, 2024, at 1:00 pm.
This event promises to highlight significant matters affecting Kiambu and Nairobi Counties.