January 23, 2024: Top news events to look out for today
By Joel Sang, January 23, 2024
Here is what you need to know to get up to speed with today’s happenings.
1. Ruto-Koome meeting to generate debate
After Chief Justice Martha Koome finally met President William Ruto, her action is set to generate intense debate, especially after some quarters had opposed such a move.
Opposition leader Raila Odinga and the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) are some of those who had made public their opposition to the two arms of government holding talks.
LSK had, in fact, demanded an apology from President Ruto for his consistent attacks on the judiciary, but following the Monday meeting, eyes will be on the lawyers’ body to see their reaction.
Political leaders, lobby groups, and other stakeholders are expected to react to the meeting at the State House between the head of the executive and the head of the judiciary.
2. Eyes on Azimio unity
Although Raila Odinga has denied rumours that there are huge cracks within the opposition outfit, Azimio la Umoja, the public will be interested to see how things unfold in the coalition.
Recently, former Busia Governor Sospeter Ojaamong ditched the opposition and vowed to support the Kenya Kwanza administration.
As Raila tours the country, preaching unity within the coalition, eyes will be on the possible moves by politicians in the opposition.
3. Gachagua’s presser
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is set to address the media during a meeting with the Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) of Nyandarua.
Rigathi’s meeting will be held at his official residence in Karen, Nairobi, on Tuesday morning.
4. Kibera MP constituency tour
The Member of Parliament for Kibera Peter Orero, is set to conduct a development tour within the constituency.
In his meet-the-people tour, Orero is expected to address the roles of the Constituency Development Fund (CDG-NGF), touch on road development after public concern, and inspect development projects.
5. AFCON gathers speed
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals in Ivory Coast is fast gathering speed, with teams now solely focusing on joining the rest who have progressed to the Round of 16.
The tournament has produced surprises, and fans expect more entertainment with four matches lined up for Tuesday.
After losing to defending champions Senegal, Cameroon will face Gambia in the first match of the day before the Lions of Teranga entertain Guinea.
Angola and Burkina Faso will duel, and the last game will involve Mauritania against the 2019 champions, Algeria.