A Nairobi resident has been left empty-handed and out of pocket after allegedly being defrauded of Ksh 900,000 by a barber BRIAN ODERA OMONDI, who promised to supply him with 20 tonnes of rice. The victim, who met the accused through his barber services at Borderless Spa, reported the matter to the Kibera Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) after the suspect vanished without delivering the promised goods.

According to the complainant, the accused, a barber at Borderless Spa, offered to supply him with a large quantity of rice. Enticed by the proposition, the victim made a down payment of Ksh 900,000, split between two M-Pesa registered phone numbers provided by the barber.

However, after receiving the substantial sum, the barber allegedly ceased all communication. The complainant reports that his calls now go unanswered, and he has been unable to locate the accused at any known address. The promised rice delivery has also failed to materialize.

Brian Odera Omondi employee of Borderless Spa

Investigators have learned that the accused, a resident of Mathare, has also failed to report to his workplace at Borderless Spa since allegedly receiving the down payment. This absence has led authorities to believe he is currently on the run, attempting to evade capture.

The DCI in Kibera is now appealing to the public for assistance in locating the suspect. Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is urged to report it to the nearest police station. Authorities believe identifying and apprehending the accused is crucial to preventing further potential scams and ensuring justice for the victim.

“We are actively pursuing this case and are appealing to the public for any leads that could help us locate this individual,” stated a DCI officer familiar with the investigation. “Even the smallest piece of information could be vital in bringing him to justice.”

This incident serves as a stark reminder to exercise caution when engaging in business transactions with individuals, particularly when dealing with large sums of money. Verifying the legitimacy of suppliers and seeking legal advice before making significant payments is highly recommended to avoid falling victim to such fraudulent schemes.

Lawyer and mediator Mwenda Njagi has been honored with the Global Changemakers Project 100 Award in Malaysia for his exceptional contributions to conflict resolution and mediation. The award, which recognizes individuals making a significant impact in peacebuilding and dispute resolution, celebrates Njagi’s unwavering dedication to fostering unity, understanding, and sustainable conflict resolution strategies.

The prestigious accolade positions him among the world’s top mediators, reinforcing his influence in shaping mediation practices not only in Kenya but also on a global scale.

A Champion of Peace and Mediation

Upon receiving the award, Mwenda Njagi expressed deep gratitude, emphasizing that mediation is more than just resolving disputes—it is about creating long-term solutions that promote peace and unity.

“I am incredibly humbled and honored to receive the Global Changemakers Project 100 Award as the most outstanding mediator in Kenya. This recognition means so much to me because mediation is not just about resolving conflicts—it’s about creating lasting solutions that promote peace, unity, and understanding.” – Mwenda Njagi

His work has been instrumental in preventing conflicts, not just by addressing immediate disputes but by focusing on long-term peacebuilding strategies. Through empathy, active listening, and safe dialogue, Njagi has played a pivotal role in bridging divides and fostering cooperation at both grassroots and institutional levels.

Award Criteria: Recognizing Excellence in Mediation

The Global Changemakers Project 100 Award is given to individuals who demonstrate outstanding leadership, innovation, and impact in social transformation. The selection process evaluates several key factors:

• Ability to Resolve Complex Disputes: Recognizing Njagi’s expertise in handling intricate mediation cases, including business conflicts, land disputes, and high-profile legal negotiations.
• Promoting Dialogue and Understanding: His dedication to fostering communication and mutual respect among diverse communities.
• Long-Term Impact: His consistency in promoting sustainable peace, rather than short-term fixes.
• Advancement of Mediation Practices: His proactive role in educating communities on conflict resolution, making mediation more accessible and effective.

A Shared Honor with Other Changemakers

Njagi received the award alongside other distinguished individuals, including Sarah Mtalii, a Kenyan businesswoman and founder of the Virtuous Women Foundation. Mtalii was recognized for her efforts in women’s advocacy and empowerment, winning the Best Women Advocacy and Empowerment Award.

Njagi, who is currently representing Sarah Mtalii as her legal counsel, highlighted her significant role in transforming women’s lives in Kenya.

“Sarah’s dedication to uplifting women and advocating for their rights is truly inspiring. I am honored to be working alongside her in the fight for justice and empowerment,” said Njagi.

Their partnership reflects a shared vision of justice, equality, and sustainable social change, proving that collaboration between legal professionals and social advocates can drive meaningful progress.

The Global Changemakers Project 100 Award: A Prestigious Recognition

The Global Changemakers Project 100 Award is an internationally recognized honor celebrating individuals who champion positive change in their communities. It is awarded to those who have demonstrated exceptional leadership in peacebuilding, social justice, and innovative conflict-resolution techniques.

For Njagi, this recognition acknowledges his role in strengthening mediation as a crucial tool in conflict resolution.

“Mediation is not about who wins or loses; it’s about ensuring all voices are heard, respected, and solutions are built for long-term harmony.” – Mwenda Njagi

His dedication to creating structured mediation frameworks has empowered communities, businesses, and institutions to manage disputes effectively and prevent conflicts before they escalate.

Key Mediation Cases That Led to the Award

Njagi’s vast experience in mediation spans various high-profile and community-based cases that have significantly contributed to his award recognition:

1. Community Disputes

• Mediating land conflicts and ethnic tensions to prevent violence.
• Implementing community dialogue initiatives to promote peace.
• Training local leaders in mediation techniques to help resolve future disputes independently.

2. Corporate and Organizational Mediation

• Resolving business conflicts between major corporations.
• Facilitating negotiations between government agencies and private sector players.
• Encouraging collaborative solutions rather than prolonged legal battles.

3. Family and Civil Mediation

• Helping families resolve inheritance and custody disputes.
• Providing a neutral platform for family members to reach amicable agreements.
• Promoting alternative dispute resolution (ADR) techniques for quicker, less costly resolutions.

The Role of Mediation in Kenya’s Legal System

Kenya’s legal framework increasingly embraces mediation as an alternative to litigation. Courts are encouraging ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) to reduce backlog and foster quicker dispute settlements.

Njagi has been a leading advocate for ADR in Kenya, pushing for more accessible mediation processes. His award-winning work proves that mediation is a powerful tool for achieving justice without the hostility of court battles.

“Legal disputes don’t always need to end in court. Mediation provides a platform for people to work together to find common ground, ensuring solutions are fair and sustainable.” – Mwenda Njagi

Years of Dedication to Law and Mediation

With over 11 years of experience, Mwenda Njagi has built an impressive legal career, combining advocacy, mediation, and mentorship. His journey has been defined by:

• Representing high-profile clients, including business leaders, politicians, and corporations.
• Championing legal reforms that enhance access to justice through ADR.
• Mentoring young lawyers and community mediators to strengthen the field of mediation.

Beyond Law: Mwenda Njagi’s Commitment to Empowerment

Njagi’s influence extends beyond the courtroom. He is the patron of the Mwenda Njagi Foundation, an organization focused on empowering youth and vulnerable individuals through education, mentorship, and skills development.

Additionally, as patron of the Virtuous Women Foundation, he continues working alongside Sarah Mtalii to support women’s empowerment and legal advocacy in Kenya.

His belief in social responsibility and justice drives him to ensure marginalized communities have a voice and access to the resources they need to thrive.

A Vision for the Future

Looking ahead, Njagi remains dedicated to expanding the role of mediation in Kenya and beyond. His key goals include:

✔ Strengthening mediation policies to encourage more dispute resolutions outside court.
✔ Training more mediators to ensure communities have local peacebuilders.
✔ Expanding legal representation for marginalized groups to ensure justice is accessible to all.

“Mediation is the future of dispute resolution. It is a bridge to peace, fairness, and sustainable solutions for all.” – Mwenda Njagi

Mwenda Njagi’s recognition at the Global Changemakers Project 100 Award in Malaysia marks a significant milestone for Kenya’s mediation sector. His exceptional work in conflict resolution, coupled with his commitment to social justice and empowerment, sets a precedent for future mediators and legal professionals.

As he continues his mission, his collaboration with Sarah Mtalii and other changemakers proves that the pursuit of justice and peace is most effective when people work together.

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Yvonne Mugure met her Mentuua as a video vixen she did not have a job and had gone to shoot a video at her mentuua’s mansion. Seeing her potential offered her a job as her PA in her recruitment firm.

Yvonne is a married woman. She married DJ seven to give him papers.

Yvonne flourished through her Mentuua her tickets to Kenya full paid for lived with the Mentuua for a year before getting her own house

Yvonne is went on a jealousy bench and behind her Mentuua shared lies about her Mentuua and the USA. She caused all the pain and scandals we saw happening with Westwick college.

She did the video to fight her colleague Rehema ( Reytox) because the school has become stronger and better since her departure. Out of jealousy she fights Rehema.

Recently at a colourful event held at Lord Eroll Hotel,over 200 Nurses graduated from the school.

1. A lobby group  based in  UK now wants the Kenyan IG and DCI to resign following numerous abduction within the country.

Dubbbed Justice and Equity council,the Civil Society Group has demanded for the resignation of  Douglas Kanja and Mohamed Amin following numerous cases of abductions and forcefully disappearing of innocent Kenyans.

It has  accused the two top security office for failing to protect Kenyans as stipulated in the 2010 constitution adding  that Kenyans have now lost trust on them.

According to Sebastian Onyango,the chairman of the council,there is need for president William Ruto to suspend the two top officers and reorganize his security agent so that Kenyans can be guaranteed there security.

“We demand with immediate effect the dismissal from services of the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and the National police service NPS who has failed to guarantee the safety of Kenyans and its disparate citizens, we have been left with no alternative but to as ask president William Ruto to suspend the head of those officers”Read the statement.

With Kenyans now saying they don’t trust the leadership of the current security urgents,the society is now asking the national police commision to embark on the process of recruiting new officers with integrity to hold such high profile offices.

“We urge the National Police Service Commission to immediately embark on the hiring of a more competent holder of the Office of Inspector General of Police and Director of Criminal Investigation pending the outcome of any investigation that may be deemed appropriate to restore public confidence in the work of the police” Said Onyango.

On Thursday,the inspector general of police Douglas Kanja and his counterpart directorate of criminal investigation Mohamed Amin dismissed claims that Police officers are the one behind the recent numerous numbers of alleged Abductions and disappearing of innocent Kenyans.

The pressure continues to mount to the police and the DCI following the abduction of social media cartoon Gideon Kibet aka Kibet Bull or Yoko who was allegedly abducted by unknown people suspected to be police officers.

Mumias East Member of Parliament Peter Salasya has urged the government to use skilled graduates to create employment and fight the rate of unemployment in the country.

Speaking at  Lord Erroll Hotel during the graduation ceremony that saw over 200  nursing students at Westwick college graduating, the legislature faulted the government for exporting skilled labour rather than utilizing them.

” I fault the government for exporting labour and instead utilize skilled and professional labour that arose from our graduates, its bad to export people rather than creating employment,” said the Mp.

He added that even if the government decides to export 300,000 graduates, it will still not address the issue of unemployment.

He urged Westwick college graduates to use the skills they have acquired to create employments and opportunities.

Westwick college Marketing director Mrs. Rehema said that, the college was proud to have trained various students from all over the globe.

” We intent to open more branches of our colleges across the country, ” she said.

She added that, ” As West Wick college, we are proud to have trained several medics who will now help the country address the alarming challenges arising from the health sector in the country,” he added.

Students who spoke during the graduation said that, they were happy for what they have learned from the college.

” Being at this college as a mere student and now leaving as a medic is a proud thing for me,” she added.

The Government now wants to  incorporate students in construction to the  ongoing affordable housing projects.

Speaking during the official launch of the big 5 construction Expo in Nairobi on Wednesday, Permanent Secretary, ministry of public works Joel Amorunyang’ said the move will not only impact knowledge to the youths but also create jobs and employment to young people across the country.

Mr Joel P. L . Arumonyang Principal Secretary,State Department for Public Works at The Big 5 Construct Kenya

He therefore urged all youths in construction and building industry to register as interns with the Ministry.

“Indeed this is a great event and it’s coming at a time when the government is implementing the affordable housing projects,we urge our youths and students more so those doing building causes to join so that they can be beneficiaries especially through internship program”said Amuronyang’.

The PS also asked the local manufacturers to improve there local productions so that ,this will reduce the cost of importation which has seen local productions of buildings materials reducing instead of increasing.

“We will soon launch the plant in Turkana that will see productions of local building materials,we urge Kenyans to support local productions so as to reduce the cost of importation and instead promote local productions as well as creating employment for the local,”he said.

Mehtap Gursoy a  Portfolio Director, Construction DMG Events expressed confidence that after the three days Expo, Kenya is going to grow its market in terms of buildings and constructions, given that there are  new technologies that are being used in the industry.

Mehtap Gursoy, Portfolio Director, Constructhion DMG Events while speaking to the Press during the event.

Mehtap at the same time  urges  local manufacturers to use materials that are environmental friendly and will encourage or improve climate change.

“Due to climate change,alot are being done to ensure that all the products that will be produced for construction are environmental friendly,this will save world from environmental hazards “Said Mehtap.

Justice and Equity Council UK Raises Alarms over Vetting Committee’s Conduct

Through its Chairman, Sebastian Onyango,the Council has expressed grave concerns regarding the conduct of the Vetting Committee of the National Assembly.

“We strongly condem the committee’s apparent failure to scrutinize the sources of wealth acquired by nominees during their political tenure, which commenced 22 months ago,”added Onyango in a statement to the media.

They criticized the vetting process, pointing out that several nominees have amassed wealth within this short period, which ordinarily would take over two decades to acquire.

They say the lack of effort to verify if this newfound wealth has been declared for income tax purposes and whether the relevant taxes have been paid was highlighted as a significant oversight.

“It appears that the vetting committee is wasting public funds by window dressing instead of carrying out their constitutional mandate faithfully and properly,” read the statement.

The council condemned the decision not to block nominees with ongoing investigations and corruption cases, calling it a blatant disregard for public interest and justice.

Particularly, the council singled out the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP), Mr. Renson Igonga, for his role in what they described as the conspiracy to negotiate plea bargains that favor corrupt officials.

The case of the former governor of Migori, Mr. Obado, was highlighted when a plea bargain of KES 235 million was entered despite the Economic and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) tracking properties worth KES 1.9 billion looted by Mr. Obado and his family.

“This is total disregard of public interest for which the DPP stands guilty of abuse of office. There is no commitment to integrity, transparency, and accountability by the DPP,” the council asserted.

The Justice and Equity Council UK also accused the DPP of withdrawing several high-profile corruption cases without providing reasons, indicating a serious abuse of discretionary powers.

Notable instances include the withdrawal of consent to prosecute the former Governor of Kakamega upon his nomination for a Cabinet Secretary position and the termination of corruption cases against Hon. Najib Balala over procurement irregularities at Ronald Ngala College.

The council warned that the losses incurred due to these actions would be recovered from the DPP and his associates meddling with corruption cases before the court. They emphasized that the constitution mandates no state official to blame higher powers for their duties’ discharge or lack thereof.

In a call to action, the council urged Kenyans to support independent institutions to protect the country from corrupt political figures. “The time when politicians looted public coffers and expected their tribe or parties to protect them from the law is gone,” the statement declared.

The council called on the Director of Public Prosecutions to ensure that all governors who have misappropriated public funds are prosecuted swiftly and that the stolen finances are recovered in full. The statement closed with a rallying cry for Kenyans to continue whistleblowing any breaches of public trust to safeguard the nation’s integrity and resources.

This scathing critique from the Justice and Equity Council UK underscores the urgency for reform and accountability within Kenya’s political and judicial systems, aiming to restore public trust and uphold the rule of law.