Author: Steve Ireri

Steve is a seasoned digital multimedia journalist, with a background of over three years in digital content creation and masterful storytelling. He is accredited by the Media Council of Kenya and holds a Diploma in Broadcast Journalism from the Kenya Institute of Mass Communication. Steve has previously worked for reputable publications and media houses including the Kenya Management Magazine, Burudani Africa News and the Kenya News Agency. Email: steve@nairobipost.co.ke

Pastor Victor Kanyari has entered the fray surrounding the controversial remarks made by Bishop Ben Kiengei, who body-shamed social media influencer Pritty Vishy during a live show. Kiengei, a well-known pastor and media personality, had sparked outrage when he called Vishy “ugly, unattractive, and fat” in his local dialect, prompting a wave of criticism from both the public and fellow clergy. Though Bishop Kiengei issued a verbal apology, acknowledging the hurt his words caused and asking for forgiveness, Pastor Kanyari believes that more needs to be done to make amends. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: In a recent…

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ODM die-hard supporter Nuru Okanga has revealed that he has ventured into the posho mill business in his village, thanks to a generous contribution of KSh 700,000 from Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi. The outspoken political figure has used part of the funds to purchase a posho mill worth KSh 139,000, setting his sights on a new chapter as a budding entrepreneur. Just weeks ago, MP Sudi had promised Okanga a total of KSh 1.3 million to help him get on his feet with both business and housing needs. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: True to his word, Sudi…

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High Court Judge Roselyn Aburili has delivered a stern warning against the use of school buses for private events, cautioning both schools and the public about the severe legal and financial risks that come with this practice. The ruling stems from a tragic incident involving a school bus hired to transport church members to a religious event on April 23, 2023. The bus, insured under a policy exclusively covering educational activities, was involved in an accident. The resulting legal case highlighted the potentially disastrous consequences of using school buses for non-educational purposes. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: Justice…

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Sky, the eldest daughter of gospel singer Betty Bayo, orchestrated a surprise first meeting between her biological father, controversial preacher Pastor Victor Kanyari, and her mother’s current husband, Hiram Gitau, better known as Tosh. The clandestine meetup, which took place at Bayo’s home, was captured on camera and later shared on Sky’s YouTube channel, where she hyped the encounter with the promise, “Today’s video is going to be hot, hotter, hottest!” The plan was devised in secret by Sky, who wanted her two fathers to finally meet face-to-face, something that had never happened publicly. Follow our Facebook page for more…

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A survivor has shed light on the final moments leading up to the tragic accident that claimed 12 lives at the infamous Nithi Bridge on Saturday, August 31, 2024. Emily Nzasu, who lived through the horrific ordeal, revealed that the victims were all members of Vision Group, a close-knit self-help group. The group had embarked on a journey from Kajiado to Meru, where they visited the parents of one of their members as part of their regular group activities. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: According to Emily, the ceremony was a joyous occasion, filled with blessings and camaraderie.…

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A haunting video of President William Ruto pledging to fix the treacherous Nithi Bridge has resurfaced online, reigniting public anger and frustration just hours after 12 people lost their lives in yet another tragic accident at the notorious black spot on the Meru-Embu highway. The clip, shared widely by netizens, captures Ruto speaking with a sense of urgency, vowing that the deadly bridge, infamous for countless accidents, would be swiftly attended to. But time has passed, and the promises, it seems, have faded like the many lives lost on this treacherous stretch of road. Saturday night’s accident, involving a matatu…

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A tragic accident on Friday night, August 30, claimed the life of a 30-year-old man who was crushed by a matatu while attempting to alight at the Carnivore bus stop along Lang’ata Road in Nairobi. The deceased, identified as Keith Nyakundi, misstepped as the matatu, heading towards Rongai, slowed down. In a split second, he fell headfirst onto the road, where the matatu tragically ran over him. The incident occurred around 8 p.m., casting a shadow of grief over the usually busy area. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: Police officers quickly responded to the scene, moving Nyakundi’s body…

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The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have uncovered a complex smuggling racket where suspects used molasses to hide nearly 41,000 liters of ethanol, in a high-stakes operation that reads like a crime novel. The cleverly concealed consignment, valued at Ksh 29 million, highlights the audacity and creativity of unscrupulous traders determined to dodge taxes and flood the market with illegal products. The joint operation, which ran from August 25 to August 28, 2024, zeroed in on two tanker trucks transporting what appeared to be harmless molasses from a neighboring country. Follow our Facebook page…

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Kenyan musician Moses Tarus Omondi, popularly known as Mr Seed, is mourning the loss of his beloved mother. The artist, known for his soulful music, shared the devastating news on his social media, writing, “Rest now my love 💔💔 I will love you forever 🧡🧡.” Follow our Facebook page for more updates: Just days before this tragic news, Mr Seed had reached out to his fans, requesting prayers for his ailing mother, who had been battling a serious illness for over a year. Despite receiving care at The Luton Hospital, and after numerous trips to various hospitals, her condition remained…

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Kylian Mbappe found himself in the eye of a social media storm late Wednesday after his X account, formerly Twitter, was seemingly hacked. The prankster behind the attack wasted no time causing chaos, sending out a series of tweets that quickly caught the world’s attention. Among the messages, the Real Madrid superstar was quoted praising Manchester United, declaring Cristiano Ronaldo as the greatest player of all time, and even ruling out a return to his former club, Paris Saint-Germain. Follow our Facebook page for more updates: The controversy erupted when the hacker boldly claimed that Ronaldo, not Lionel Messi, deserved…

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