Here is what you need to know to get up to speed with today’s happenings.

MP Were murder probe

Just a day after Homa Bay County leaders pressured the authorities to speed up investigations into the killing of Kasipul MP Charles Were, the police might issue an update on the status of their investigations.

Led by Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, the leaders linked the murder to politics, with them calling on the government to bring the killers to book.

Some, like Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma, broke down as they narrated the events leading to the murder of Were. As pressure mounts, the DCI are expected to issue a status update of the probe.

FKF Premier League

The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Premier League action is expected to continue on Sunday, May 4, 2025, when Mara Sugar will host Ulinzi Stars at Awendo Green Stadium, with the match set to start at 2:00 pm.

The biggest game of the day will be at Gusii Stadium, where Shabana FC are set to host Gor Mahia. Given the hype around the game, attention will shift to the showdown as these traditional Kenyan clubs clash.

To maintain law and order, Tore Bobe have already confirmed the seating arrangement of both sets of fans during the game.

“Shabana FC fans have been allocated G1, G2, G3, G4, G5, G6, G7, G8, and G9 regular stands. Gor Mahia fans have been allocated G10, G11, G12, and G13 regular stands.

“GSU officers will be stationed in between G9 and G10 to be a buffer between Shabana FC fans and Gor Mahia fans. Shabana FC fans have been assigned the green stripe stand in the VIP, while Gor Mahia fans have been assigned the double red stand.

“The VVIP Pavilion will be shared equally by both teams. Be your brother’s keeper; throwing objects into the field of play is highly prohibited. Maintain law and order,” Shabana said in a statement.

Finally, Kenya Police and Shabana will meet at Kenyatta Stadium, while Murang’a Seal will battle Nairobi City Stars.

Politicians in churches

Political leaders are expected to flock to different churches across the country for worship.

As per the norm, they will take to the church pulpit to make various political remarks. This being the first Sunday since the assassination of Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were, leaders allied to the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party are expected to call for political tolerance and speedy investigations into the late lawmaker’s death.