Maria is the new catch Phrase and probably the newest tune that everyone is humming. Citizen TV’s Maria TV Series is a compelling, fascinating drama depicting real-life situations.
Who is Maria in real life?
Maria aka Yasmin Said is a quiet, reserved individual. She is an upcoming actor who has caught the attention of many through her significant role as an educated girl from the ghetto ready to strive for the stars to make ends meet.
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She is devoted to the Islamic religion and she has never experienced slum life. Back in high school, she never took part in drama festivals.
Yasmin Said Age, birthday and birthplace
Yasmin is 20 years old as of the year 2020. She was born in 2000 in Kilifi County, Kenya.
Yasmin Said (Maria) Family
Yasmin was born and brought up in a middle-class Muslim family. Details about her parents are not in the public domain yet.
Yasmin Said (Maria) religion
Yasmin is Muslim hence fond of long adorned dresses, contrary to the tight jeans that she spots on TV.
Yasmin Said (Maria) Educational Background
Yasmin went to Ribe Girls High school in Kilifi County, within the Coast region of Kenya. She recently completed her high school studies and is probably thinking of advancing her studies soon.
Yasmin Said (Maria) Boyfriend
Contrary to the expectations of her fans, Yasmin is highly devoted to the Islamic religion which prohibits reckless platonic relationships. Besides, she recently completed her high school education hence dating or marriage may not be in her priority list.
Yasmin Said (Maria) and Lulu Hassan
Her greatest source of inspiration is Lulu Hassan. In high school, she was part of the Journalism club. Yasmin yearned to become a great news anchor just like Lulu Hassan.
Finally, fate brought them together when Lulu discovered her acting talent, nurtured it giving her limelight on television.
Yasmin Said (Maria) Net Worth
Based on the deal she signed with the Royal Media Services, Yasmin Said’s net worth is approximately Kshs 4 million in 2020/2021. She is also working on brand endorsements.
Yasmin Said (Maria) contacts
Do you wanna get in touch with Yasmin? Use any of the following channels below:
A man has shocked the world after he asked his wife for an abortion or divorce for her “carelessness.”
This incident has sparked reactions on social media platforms.
The 31-year-old says that they had agreed to never sire children before their long-term engagement.
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VASECTOMY
The most interesting part of this story is the fact that the man admits that he has been postponing going for vasectomy.
He admits using condoms regularly as a means of preventing pregnancy.
Ironically, devoted wife has been on birth control since she was 14 years old!
He recently has vasectomy but his 29-year-old was already six weeks pregnant.
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Writing on Reddit, the man said he was utterly shocked since his wife is supposed to be on birth control.
He came to find out his wife has not been taking the pills for a few months now. What even enrages him more is his wife’s desire to keep the child.
The husband found this weird since his wife vehemently opposes the idea of having children.
BETRAYAL
The bitter husband says he feels betrayed by his “traitorous” wife who knows very well that he is against kids.
He says he does not want kids to an extent that he is toying with the idea of divorcing his wife unless she gives in to an abortion.
Fuming with anger, he vowed to even divorce his wife following “the crap she pulled with the birth control”
The man’s post has attracted very many comments with some advising the man to walk out of the marriage while others advise him to keep the marriage going since this is a pretty life-changing event.
PAIN AND GRIEF AS CURTAIN FALLS ON LADY MAUREEN, THE QUEEN OF OHANGLA; READ HER PAINFUL EXPERIENCES IN HER BIOGRAPHY BELOW
Ohangla fans have suffered a huge blow after the demise of Maureen Achieng popularly known as Lady Maureen.
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According to the family, Lady Maureen died on July 11 at Uriri in Migori County after a long illness.
Some of her hit songs include Gor kogallo, Raila, Alemo, Jogi Jokuoge among others.
The Ohangla maestro will be remembered for her many praise songs for ODM leader and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
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Consequently, Mama Ida Odinga and her husband who is currently out of the country have joined other Kenyans in mourning the late music star.
“I am shocked at the news of her death. She was one of the best composers of Ohangla hit songs, May her soul rest in peace,” said Ida.
Raila also took to his social media page to mourn Lady Maureen’s death.
“My condolences go out to the family, friends, and fans of Lady Maureen Achieng’. Achieng was immensely talented and very dynamic; always adapting to the new trends in the very competitive music industry. May she Rest In Eternal Peace,” wrote ODM leader Raila Odinga on his Facebook page on Saturday.
LADY MAUREEN BIOGRAPHY
LADY MAUREEN STRANDED IN HOSPITAL
On February 25, 2020, the Daily Nation reported that the Ohangla music icon was stranded in hospital after her mother declined to take her in following an unresolved conflict.
According to her caregiver Ms. Nancy Achieng’ the musician’s mother had barred her from taking the singer to their home.
She called upon well-wishers to assist her in securing a rental house for the songstress citing insufficient funds.
The musician was later taken in by her cousin amid a stern warning from her mother. Her cousin Fredrick Odhiambo rescued her and took her to his home at Pap Onditi in Kisumu.
FAKE FRIENDS DESERT LADY MAUREEN
Lady Maureen’s mother accused her daughter’s friends for deserting her during her hour of need. Her mother, Margret Akinyi expressed her frustration and disappointment following her daughter’s predicament.
“For the past year, I have not seen any friend mwenye alikuwa anakula nao blueband huku Nairobi. Wanasemanga kibaya ndio inabakia mzazi, na mimi ndiye nimabakia naye,” said Akinyi.
Aklinyi sounded a warning to artistes who squander their newfound wealth in their heyday. “Remember where you came from and your parents as well. If God blesses you, don’t squander your money with strangers or rather people who do not advise you to invest because when you go broke, they all run away and it is us, parents, who suffer, especially if you are sick just like my daughter’s case,” she said.
LADY MAUREEN HOSPITALIZED
On June 12, 2018, the songbird was taken ill and admitted at St. Francis Community Hospital in Kasarani, Nairobi.
She got diagnosed with hypertension a condition associated with low blood pressure. She also had a growth on her back and paralysis on the right side of her body.
LADY MAUREEN ARRESTED AND IMPRISONED
Lady Maureen was hospitalized barely two months after being released from prison in Mwanza, Tanzania. She had been arrested alongside her 15 band members for allegedly working in Tanzania without permits. They were behind bars for nine members, a move that the musician described as a ploy to tarnish her good name through bad press.
Citizen TV’s Maria Drama Series Full Cast: Synopsis, Episodes, Characters and their Real/Official Names
Maria full cast, synopsis and latest episodes
Citizen TV’s Maria Drama Series Full Cast: Synopsis, Episodes, Characters and their Real/Official Names
Maria is the latest TV drama series unveiled by Citizen TV that has made 90% of Kenya’s populace stay glued to the station between 7.30 and 8.00 pm every day.
To watch Maria’s latest episodes, subscribe now to Viusasa or Youtube.
Citizen TV’s Maria Drama Series Synopsis
The drama series highlights the intrigues of mummy’s son-Luwi, a spoilt rich brat, falling in love with the family’s newly adopted slum girl whose world seems to revolve around pets.
The love affair faces a lot of challenges including scavenging secret admirers. The conflict is further heightened by Luwi ignoring his legally wedded wife Sofia for Maria.
Following the recent endless tussle between the Teachers Service Commission, TSC and the teachers’ union, Knut (Kenya National Union of Teachers), both the Teachers Service Commission and the union have a few lessons to bank.
HERE IS A QUICK GLIMPSE OF THE 2019 TSC AND KNUT TOUGH LESSONS THE TWO WOULD RATHER FORGET:
2019 TSC TOUGH LESSONS THE COMMISSION WOULD RATHER FORGET
HE WHO WANTS A ROSE MUST RESPECT THE THORN
This metaphorical adage perfectly suits the TSC-KNUT situation.
It is crystal clear that the TSC seeks to deflower the rose that KNUT has been tending to all along.
May it never be forgotten that it is through the Kenya National Union of Teachers, KNUT that the Teachers Service Commission was formed.
Therefore, the TSC employees, Dr Nancy Macharia and Dr Lydia Nzomo included are in office courtesy of the Kenya National Union of Teachers.
It is therefore high time the Teachers Service Commission learns to fully accommodate the Rose- teachers and the Thorn- KNUT.
2. LITTLE PEOPLE ARE INDIFFERENT BUT SUPERIOR PEOPLE ARE CARING
For the past few years, the Teachers Service Commission has developed a rather combative and indifferent attitude towards the Kenya National Union of Teachers.
This could be the reason behind Wilson Sossion’ s (KNUT’s chair) “arm twisting” nature.
I want to strongly believe that the Teachers Service Commission is superior enough to mind about the Welfare of KNUT otherwise…
3. THE YOUTH CAN WALK FASTER BUT IT IS ONLY THE ELDERLY WHO KNOW THE ROAD
TSC’s plan to end the recognition agreement with KNUT was a rather uncalculated move.
To date, TSC’s proposal has been halted because you cannot discard a 30-year’s marriage for a one-night stand or clandestine.
Consequently, TSC should reduce the pace since KNUT, “The Elderly” know the path to follow.
4. HE WHO PAYS RESPECT TO THE GREAT PAVES THE WAY FOR HIS GREATNESS
If the Teachers Service Commission greatly craves for respect and attention from KNUT, it should review its star rating for the giant union first.
Therefore, the TSC can only thrive if it lets KNUT thrive too.
#Live and let live…
5. LEARN FROM THOSE WHO HAVE WALKED THE PATH BEFORE YOU…RESPECT THEM
This is a lesson that the TSC should not forget.
KNUT has existed before the Nancy Macharia reign and the TSC had bosses then.
maybe the TSC should seek advice from those who have journeyed with Sossion as KNUT Chair. It might grasp a few tips.
2019 KNUT TOUGH LESSONS THAT THE UNION WOULD RATHER FORGET
NEVER BITE THE HAND THAT FEEDS YOU
Following the long overdue conflict between the Teachers Service Commission and the teachers’ union, KNUT has been obliged to bear the blunt.
The union has experienced a myriad of challenges ranging from financial incapacitation by the TSC to deregistration threats.
KNUT had maybe forgotten who keeps their digestive system on toes…
2. AUTHORITY AND POWER ARE VERY DIFFERENT: WHEREAS POWER IS THE FORCE BY WHICH YOU CAN OBLIGE OTHERS TO OBEY YOU, AUTHORITY IS THE RIGHT TO COMMAND, BE LISTENED TO OR BE OBEYED BY OTHERS.
Maybe KNUT should embrace and command more authority…that way, the TSC might listen.
3. POWER CORRUPTS, ABSOLUTE POWER CORRUPTS ABSOLUTELY
Once upon a time, the Kenya National Union of Teachers enjoyed absolute power…gone are those times since the TSC has a way out of this mess, KUPPET.
KNUT cannot enjoy absolute power…#Time to change tack.
Ringo, Jose Ron Bio-Age, family, girlfriend, career, net worth, contacts
RINGO
Jose Ron alias Ringo is a star actor of Mexican Origin best known for his indispensable roles in Telenovelas including Juro que te amo, La mujer del vendal, Muchacha Italiana that was once aired in Kenya by Citizen TV among others.
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Jose Ron Birthday, birthplace and Age
Ringo as he is commonly known was born on August 8, 1981. As of 2020, Ringo is 38 years old.
Ringo’s Jose Ron Family
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Jose Ron was born by Romula Vasquez Castro (mother) and Jacinto Ron Rodriguez (father).
He has got three brothers: Daniel Vasquez, Alejandro Vasquez and Julio Vasquez.
Jose Ron Educational Background
He went to Centro de Educacin Artstica Euginio Cobo.
Jose Ron Net Worth
Jose Ron’s estimated net worth over $ 2 million. His primary income source is acting.
Jose Ron Dating and Relationship status-girlfriend, children
He is currently single. There is little information about his past relationships or engagements.
The star has got a well-guarded personal life. The only details we could lay our hands on were that Jose Ron left his home town, Guadalajara at the age of 18 to study acting. He later began his acting career in 2004 and since then he has featured in many telenovelas.
Henry Ole Kulet, a prolific Kenyan author, in his text ‘Blossoms of the Savannah” suggests that ‘women are like cows that need to be dehorned to avoid accidental injuries’. I do not know how true this statement is but the Kenyan musician Akothee’s drama nearly proved it. Dressed in a revealing green micro miniskirt, she paraded her goodies before all sundry at a “members only” restaurant located in Parliament. This led to an ensuing confrontation between the adamant Kenyan musician and parliament orderlies that lasted five minutes.
MEETING
Esther Akoth popularly known by her stage name Akothee was going for a meeting with the nominated Member of parliament Mr David Sankok when security officials at parliament denied her entry until she covered her nudity! The sergeants at arm milled around her as one female security personnel blocked her way. She only sought entry into the “members only” restaurant.
LESO
Akothee was consequently offered a leso to cover her too tempting thighs. The controversial musician however stubbornly declined. It took the intervention of Honourable Rachel Nyamai (Member of Parliament for Kitui) and Soipan Tupa (women representative for Narok County) to win her over. She was later whisked off quickly through the back door.
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DRESS CODE
The speaker of the National Assembly recommends that Members and any other person seeking entry to parliament should be properly dressed. The term properly dress implies a collar, coat, tie, long-sleeved shirt, long trousers, socks and a pair of shoes for males. Women, on the other hand, are expected to spot formal or business wear.
ADDRESSING THE MEDIA
Akothee’s attempts to reach out to the media put her in more trouble. According to the rules, it is wrong for a non-member to address the media within Parliament, but Akothee just did it without blinking!
AKOTHEE’S SAY
The musician argues that the only problem is her exceptionally tall legs. “My legs are taller than my skirt,” Akothee says. She further added that the meeting was very crucial. Its agenda was to help her noble foundation “Akothee Foundation.” The foundation is aimed at reducing cases of starvation and death in Turkana. She further added that that was her best!
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AKOTHEE FOUNDATION
Akothee Foundation was launched by the singer in Turkana months after she paid a visit to the hunger-stricken residents of Turkana County. The musician seeks to reach out, touch lives and make a difference. ”If you can’t feed people then try and feed one person” is her slogan. It further seeks to empower girls by providing them with sanitary towels. “By giving them pads, we are giving them wings,” says Akothee.
HONOURABLE SANKOK’S DEFENCE
The MP defended Akothee saying it was unfair to embarrass her. The whole drama was uncalled for since he was the one who picked her at the gate so that she can share her vision about her campaign. Hence despite the too-long legs, Akothee’s aim was beyond reproach. It is just that her legs need some hemming.
(In photos) top 10 worst (botched) female celebrity plastic surgery procedures
Today, we delve deeper into the world of celebrities. Our focus is on plastic surgery. In this article, we shall provide photos of the top 10 celebrity plastic surgeries gone sour. They thought that getting under the knife will keep helping them maintain their youthful appearance. Little did they know that those injections will culminate in faces full of mistakes.
Check out photos of celebrities before and after botched cosmetic procedures.
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1. Tara Reid (Actress who featured in American Pie)
Famous for her lead role in American Pie, Tara Reid underwent a plastic surgery in 2004 which left her bumpy breast scars and a ripply, bulgy stomach as she described it on The View. Her aim was to have her body contoured but everything went wrong!
In 2009, she had to undergo reconstructive surgery in 2006 to reinstate her looks.
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Tara Reid before and after botched plastic surgery. Image Courtesy.
2. Donatella Versace (Vice President of the High Fashion Brand Versace)
Having clocked fifty in 2009, Donatella Versace had undergone several cosmetic surgeries prompting noticeable changes in her nose, lips, and swollen smackers. To date, there is no evidence suggesting that Donatella is dissatisfied with her looks.
Donatella Versace. Image Retna Ltd
3. Jocelyn Wildenstein
The New York Socialite once married to an opulent art-dealing family begun undergoing plastic surgery in 1997 shortly before her marriage hit a dead end.
She pumped over $4 million into cosmetic procedures including facelifts and cheek implants hoping for better looks.
On the contrary, Jocelyn has earned derogatory nicknames such as “Cat woman” and Bride of Wildenstein” thanks to her taut feline-like appearance.
Jocelyn Wildenstein. Image courtesy.
4. Tori Spelling
Spelling is popular for her role in season two of Beverly Hills. Her severe chest depression as a result of deformed breasts was evident. Although she denied having a botched breast augmentation, Tori later confessed in 2008 in an interview with Entertainment Weekly that she had her boobs done in her 20s just like any other woman in Hollywood.
Tori Spelling. Image Courtesy
5. La Toya Jackson
La Toya and Michael Jackson have one thing in common, love for plastic surgery. She was in an open tumultuous relationship with the musician.
Citizen TV’s Ringo Series synopsis, number of episodes, full cast and “behind the scenes” official names
Ringo TV Series: check out your favourite actor’s or actresses’ real name, synopsis and number of episodes
The 82 episodes fascinating Ringo TV Series, currently being aired by Citizen TV, has swept many Kenyans off their feet.
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Ringo, a telenovela of Mexican origin has been airing on Citizen TV between 8.00 and 9.00 p.m. since March 16 2020.
It was originally presented in Spanish hence the name “La Pelé De Su Vida.”
Ringo was directed by Claudia Aguilar and Jorge Robles and produced by Lucero Suarez.
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Season one of Ringo TV series has got a total of 82 episodes.
Ringo TV Series Synopsis (summary)
Ringo centers on the challenges that the telenovela’s main actor, Ringo, a retired boxer faces in his day to day life.
His life seems to flourish until he retires from his career. Ringo is forced to retire after losing in a national competition. He receives depressing news about his brother’s demise prior to the competition thus making him lose the important battle.
The conflict is further heightened by his ex-wife’s imprudent decision to date Ringo’s main rival in “the ring.”
Ringo is obliged to take care of his son Santi as a single father amidst financial crunches and marital drama. Gloria, Ringo’s wife further complicates life for Ringo by claiming custody for their son, Santi. This leads to endless battles over parental custody, a thing which prompts Ringo to reconsider boxing to reclaim his lost glory. He discovers that he cannot win the battle empty-handed. His pockets have to be loaded!
Ringo’s full cast, roles and real names (off the stage)
Check out your favorite character’s details below:
Ringo, Citizen TV Series full cast, stage names, real names, and acting role
Jeff Koinange is a famous TV presenter, radio presenter, and journalist. He has worked for international media houses such as CNN and Reuters. He currently hosts a popular show on Kenya’s popular television network, Citizen TV dubbed Jeff Koinange Live, JKL Live Show. Jeff also co-hosts the Breakfast show with Professor Hamo on Hot 96, a radio station in Kenya.
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Jeff Koinange birthday, birthplace, tribe, home- County and age
The award-winning Jeff Koinange was born in Kiambaa Village in Kiambu County in Kenya. His home town is Banana in Kiambu County within the central region of Kenya. Owing to his given names, Koinange and Mwaura it is obvious that Jeff Koinange’s tribe is Agikuyu, the most populous tribe in Kenya from which the incumbent President Uhuru Kenyatta hails.
He is 54 years old as of January 7, 2020. His birthday is on January 7th every year.
Jeff Koinange was born to Hilda Wambui Koima and Fredrick Mbiyu Koinange in 1966. His father Fredrick Koinange unfortunately passed on when he was barely two months old. When interviewed by Yvonne for The Standard Digital News about what he may have missed growing up without a father, Jeff said that he missed nothing.
If anything, he was somehow glad that his father died when he was young since it would have been more difficult accepting his demise later. Besides, Jeff and his three siblings would have become spoilt brats if their father had survived to offer them all the privileges that life can offer.
His uncle Mbiyu Koinange brought him up and trained him to become a man.
Mbiyu Koinange is Jomo Kenyatta’s brother-in-law. This means that Jeff Koinange is President Uhuru Kenyatta’s cousin.
Jeff Koinange’s aunt Lilian Wairimu Koinange is also married to Obadiah Kariuki, the bishop of the Anglican Church of Kenya, ACK. She is the mother of Kenya’s Attorney General Paul Kihara Kariuki.
Jeff Koinange wife, ex-wife, and son
Jeff Koinange is married to Shaila Koinange, a Kenyan-Asian beauty and together they have a son Jamal Mbiyu Koinange. The two met in 1986 while auctioning as flight attendants for the Pan American World Airways.
They later married in 1998. Jeff had earlier married Sonya, a lady from Panama but they parted ways in 1994.
Jeff and Shaila Koinange tried hard to have a child for nine years without success. They finally had a son Jamal through Invitro-fertilization, IVF whom he described as the most incredible thing.
The idea of IVF was fronted by their friend Jimmy Monclus Maleketa, half Spanish, half Congolese whom they met in Lagos. Jamal is indeed a miracle baby to the Kioinanges. He was born in South Africa.
Jeff Koinange Education Background
In 1987, Jeff joined Kingsborough Community college in Brooklyn, New York, and graduated with an associate degree in 1989. He later went to New York University and attained a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Broadcast Journalism.
Jeff Koinange Autobiography
He has written an autobiography “Through My African Eyes” published in 2014 by Footprints Press Kenya. In this book, Jeff records his experiences since childhood. He also delves into his experiences as a journalist in 47 African nations.
The target audience of Jeff’s autobiography is majorly Africans aged between 8-88 years.
Jeff Koinange net worth
Jeff Koinange’s net worth is estimated to be Kshs 100 million. Jeff owns a fleet of cars one of them being a highly coveted Kshsh 10 million Mercedes Benz G- class wagon. His Bentley watch is made of real crocodile skin while his portagas series D Cuban Cigars cost Kshs 500, 000.
Jeff recently gifted Jalang’o a watch worth three million.
Jeff Koinange Career Background
Jeff’s first job was at the Kenya Television, KTN, Kenya’s first independent television channel. Between 1995-2001 Jeff worked for Reuters Television. He at some point worked for CNN as the African correspondent for the network. At CNN he covered African crises ranging from civil wars in Liberia, famine in Niger, the crisis in Darfur, and civil wars in Sierra Leone.
Due to these stories, Jeff won the Emmy Award. He exited CNN in May 2007. He joined K24 TV in 2008 hosting the Capital Talk Show.
He joined RMS Citizen TV in early 2017 where he currently hosts JKL Live Show.
He joined East Africa’s Got Talent as a judge alongside Vanessa Mdee (Tanzania), Makeda Mahadeo (Rwanda), and Gaetano Kagwa (Uganda) which was first premiered on August 4, 2019.
Citizen TV Jeff Koinange JKL Live Show
Jeff is the host of the Jeff Koinange Live Show on Citizen TV. The show airs on Wednesdays.
Jeff Koinange Home-villas
On 6th April 2020 Jeff Koinange’s two villas were auctioned over a Kshs 130 million debt. The advert was all over the local dailies inviting bidders to submit their interest. The bidding deposit was Kshs 5 million in cash or banker’s cheque.
The two houses were auctioned on April 28, 2020.
Jeff Koinange Cars
Jeff is a proud owner of the outlandish Mercedes Benz G- class whose factory price is Kshs 10 million.
Jeff Koinange Accident
In December 2019, a car similar to Jeff’s Mercedes Benz G wagon was involved in an accident, a collision with a lorry.
The news caused great panic as many people thought it was Jeff who was driving the car.
He later denied claims linking him to the accident. Later, it was established that it was Shaffie Weru, a Kenyan radio presenter whose car is similar to Jeff’s that was involved in the accident.
Jeff Koinange Contacts
You can contact Jeff Koinange through the following channels:
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Police in Uganda on Tuesday called off Bobi Wine’s concert citing security reasons.
By dawn, they had set camp in the Musician-cum-politician’s home in Magere which is located in the outskirts of Uganda’s capital city- Kampala.
Their main aim was to prevent Bobi from holding a music concert at his beach in Busabala which is located at the shores of Lake Victoria.
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Little did they know what they were settling for, it was not business as usual.
Bobi Wine miraculously disappeared obliging the police to comb nearby shops for hours on end in vain.
It was some sort of Abracadabra!
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BRAIN IS MIGHTIER THAN PHYSICAL SIZE is a saying that most of us are aware of.
It, therefore, may appear mundane until it finally becomes applicable. This is the time you sit back and watch the drama unfold…
Yesterday, Ugandans gathered for celebrations to mark 57 years of independence. However, as the celebrations went on, Kyadondo East Member of Parliament alias Bobi Wine ensured that he kept the police “busy.”
Bobi wine engaged in a cat and mouse race in Kampala.
TIGHT SECURITY
Although the heavily armed police had surrounded his home in Magere intending to halt his music concert at his beach in Busabala, their efforts proved futile.
The swift musician had already figured a way out of the whole mess. His miraculous disappearance gave the police a hard time since they had to comb the suburbs of Kampala in search of the MP.
On Tuesday the police had cancelled Bobi’s concert through a formal announcement but Bobi is not a man who can easily swallow defeat.
The arm-twisting Mr Kyagulanyi had stood his ground regarding the concert. Due to his hard stance, heavy boots had been deployed at his home.
THE TRIUMPHANT ENTRY!
At around noon Bobi Wine miraculously showed up in town riding on a Bodaboda.
Behind him was a multitude which could not help sharing the glory of beating the mighty boots hands down.
When asked how the MP managed to escape the hawk-like police deployed at his home, Mr Onyango said that Bobi did not spend the night at the heavily guarded home.
How could he? Bobi has learnt more than enough from the hard school of life. He thus knows better than walking straight into a lion’s den.
THE WILD CHASE
Spotting a white T-shirt, faded blue jeans and white sneakers Bobi’s appearance was spectacular. The red beret on his head crowned it all.
As he rode on his Boda Boda, he could not help waving at his supporters who lined up the side of the road while chanting.
The supporters could not just hold back their excitement at the dramatic turn of events.
This further enraged the police, prompting them to chase.
The police tried to grab him but they failed miserably before all end sundry.
Other Boda Boda riders jumped the bandwagon. They joined the chase while shouting and chanting freedom songs.
Bobi finally entered “Jerusalem” that is Kikuubo with the police in hot pursuit.
CORNERED
As he turned left to Namirembe Road, a police officer fell into his step forcing him to jump off the Boda Boda.
He swiftly made for the New Taxi Park at Nkadde Mall before jumping on another Boda Boda.
His frantic efforts were welcome bearing in mind the ululation and chanting of the masses.
As the crowd enjoyed the free of charge drama, business people were counting their losses.
Business had come to a standstill in the town’s nerve centre.
Police patrol cars combed the capital for the elusive musician. Several people were arrested to prove that WHEN THE HOUSE OF A GREAT ONE FALLS MANY LITTLE ONES ARE SLAIN.
A PAT ON THE SHOULDER BY THE GODS
In protest, the skies opened up paving way for a heavy downpour.
The heavy rain cleared the streets hence derailing the course.
The police lost track of Bobi again! He reappeared in Kamwokya forcing the military, local defence units among other security operatives to offer a hand to the police.
Bobi disappeared again forcing the security operative frisk his Fire Bas Studio in vain!
In support of the MP, some protesters burnt car tyres and demanded for Bobi to be given a chance to hold the concert.
The hero later emerged out of his hide-out and addressed the media at his home in Magere.
He rebuked the police for getting involved in “Presidential issues.”
Honourable Rebecca Kadage, the speaker of Ugandan parliament hit the headlines a few weeks ago when she directed the Members of Parliament to avoid any form of misdemeanour while attending the Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in Uganda.
She categorically put more emphasis on table manners and cited an incident where one of the legislators choked during a presidential visit.
We may blame her for directing adults on what they should or should not do when it comes to table manners, but the fact is that Kenyans would rate the lowest in the rank of good table manners.
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One of the critics suggests that the dining etiquette of the majority of the Kenyan population sucks.
The saddest part of it all is the fact that the poor eating habits have been revealed in social functions country-wide.
SOCIAL FUNCTIONS
Just like any society, we Kenyans love social functions such as weddings or even funeral ceremonies given the availability of food in plenty.
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Sadly, the success or failure of these ceremonies hugely depends on how we carry ourselves and the quantity and quality of food.
Many people’s reputation has been dented depending on the misdemeanour attached to table manners.
UMBRELLA PRAYERS
It is high time Kenyans, especially ladies who get the privilege of praying for the food at social functions learnt to express a single prayer request.
Some of them, on the contrary, extend what should pass for a simple prayer for a meal to accommodate marital, financial and benediction prayers.
Funny enough, some of them even pray for elections which are far- fetched.
The drama is usually crowned by requesting “sinners” to come forward and declare Jesus as their Lord and Saviour.
This is highly unacceptable, learn to focus on one prayer request at a time please or else the people may lose their appetite.
THE STAMPEDE-SURVIVAL OF THE FITTEST
The end of the long-overdue prayer signals yet another phase laced with despicable behaviour.
You are likely to see a section of the crowd rushing towards the buffet line.
If you dare block the way even for a second, you will be sorry for your poor and innocent toes.
It is as if the buffet presents a golden opportunity for folks to test the extent to which their bellies can stomach and how quickly their intestines can absorb the nutrients.
They eat as if their life depends on the amount of food they can gobble.
RARE DELICACIES
It is very common to hear Kenyans howling abuses at the waiters and waitresses following a “negligible “amount of chicken, beef or mutton.
Those who are courteous enough only mutter curse words as a result of the little amount served to them.
Others throw caution to the wind and try to persuade the servers to ignore the allocated share and top up their plates.
Those who are bold enough carry two plates in the pretence of serving for a sick or an elderly person. This second helping in a way finds its way to their bottomless bellies.
They end up mixing all courses without following the correct procedure. Most buffets kick off with a starter/soup followed by the main course and last the dessert.
CUTLERY
It is painful to acknowledge that the majority of the Kenyans are clueless when it comes to the use of cutlery.
They thus end up demonstrating clumsiness when using the tools of eating.
This may be as a result of the poverty-stricken homes that many of us emanate from.
CHEWING TECHNIQUE
Do you know that many Kenyans do not appreciate the indispensable benefits that are attached to closed lips while chewing?
They thus publicise their mastication process for all en sundry to see.
Such scenes are scary and simply disgusting!
My take: It is time table manners get constituted in our new curriculum-CBC.
Kenyan actress Lupita Nyong’o has been listed among the top 10 dangerous celebrities on the internet this year.
According to an annual report released by the cybersecurity firm McAfee on Tuesday, Lupita is the fifth most dangerous celebrity to search on the internet.
Actress Alexis Bledel topped the list. She featured in Gilmore Girls and Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants.
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This means that searching for Bledel or Lupita Nyong’o was likely to land you on a website laced with malware or viruses.
Coming after Bledel is James Corden who hosts the ‘Late Late Show”. He is followed by Sophie Turner from “Game of Thrones.”
Actress Anna Kendrick came fourth followed by Kenya’s Lupita Nyong’o.
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Other dangerous celebrities include Talk Show host Jimmy Fallon, Actor JackieChan, Rappers Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj and actress Tessa Thompson.
ANNUAL SURVEY
The annual survey by McAfee is aimed at sensitizing the public on the danger of clicking on suspicious links.
Criminals capitalize on celebrities to dupe unsuspecting consumers into accessing dangerous links or malicious content.
Thus consumers are warned against clicking suspicious content or downloading content whose source they are oblivious of.
REALITY STARS
The survey also indicated that interest in reality stars has declined as KristenCavallari and Kourtney Kardashian who were ranked among the top ten last year dropped to 214 and 222 respectively.
(Biography) Anne Kiguta Biography: Age, Husband, boyfriend, Children, Contacts, Tribe, Net Worth and Salary
Anne Kiguta Biography
Anne Kiguta Biography. Image courtesy
In this article, we shall leave no stone unturned in as far as Anne Kiguta’s biography is concerned.
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Anne Nduta Kiguta is a popular Kenyan Media Personality.
Although she is not listed among the top 10 richest media personalities, Anne Kiguta’s vast experience in Kenya’s best media companies such as Standard Media Group and Royal Media Services is worth noting.
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Anne Kiguta Age, Birthday and birthplace
As of 2020, Anne Kiguta is 36 years old. She was born and brought up in Nairobi. Her life was spent in Nairobi’s Buru Buru and Kilimani Estates.
She is the last born in a family of four girls.
Anne Kiguta Tribe
Anne Kiguta is Kamba.
Anne Kiguta family: parents and siblings
Anne is the last born in a family of four. She has got three siblings, girls.
Her father whom she describes as a good role model to her and her sisters was an accountant who imparted ethics and values such as hard work and persistence.
Anne Kiguta husband and Children
At some point, the news anchor was engaged to Steve Ngunyi- a marketing and advertising expert. This was more than five years ago in early 2014.
They had a traditional wedding but as fate had it, the two never got the opportunity to walk down the aisle as planned.
Anne had to bear the brunt of domestic violence in 2014 forcing her to live as a single woman.
As social med circles had it, her husband could not stop cheating. To make matters worse, he could beat her up in front of their daughter.
This is what prompted her to detox and walk away from her abusive spouse.
Anne has got one daughter from her previous engagement to Steve Ngunyi and twins (a boy and a girl) whom she allegedly sired with Jomo Gecaga.
Anne Kigutaand (Jomo Gecaga)
Anne Kiguta is allegedly dating Jomo Gecaga, President Uhuru Kenyatta’s nephew, and personal assistant.
Although the two are currently on separate paths, allegations linking Jomo Gecaga to Anne Kiguta’s twins have risen on several occasions.
Anne Kiguta Education Background
She went to St Christopher’s Preparatory Primary School before joining Rusinga School in Nairobi for high school education.
She excelled and later joined Daystar University for her Bachelor’s Degree in Public relations and Mass Media.
Anne Kiguta Career Background
Anne Kiguta’s first job was at Hope FM where she worked as a host and producer of Plugin and The Top 40 Countdown Show.
Within the three years that Anne worked at Hope FM, she rose the ranks to a news anchor during the morning and mid-morning segments. She was later appointed as the brain behind some entertainment shows on Fridays and Saturdays.
She currently hosts and produces K24 Sunday prime Time News. The show tackles political issues and policy issues.
Anne Kiguta Net Worth and Salary
Anne Kiguta’s net worth is estimated to be over Kshs 23.5 million (2020).
As a news anchor at Royal Media Services, RMS Anne Kiguta used to earn Kshs 500,000. At K24, she earns more than Kshs 500,000.
Earlier on, her fellow actress Ronke Oshiodike had tried to solicit funds for the deceased actress’ medical bill via social media.
IYABO OSHADARE
OSHADARE’S FAMILY
According to OduNews.com. Bukola Iyabo Oshadare’s husband abandoned her when she fell ill. She has no child.
IYABO OSHADARE
READ ALSO: FACTS ABOUT BREAST CANCER
Breast cancer is a malignant growth that develops in the breasts. It is a disease which is characterized by abnormal and uncontrolled multiplication of cells in the breast tissues.
It is treatable if diagnosed early
It also requires a medical diagnosis- a biopsy
Lab tests and imaging are required to help in diagnosis
It is one of the most common types of cancer, especially among American women.
One in every eight women in the US develops breast cancer
It has got various types which differ depending on their ability to spread to other parts of the body.
It does not have specific causes but medics have identified a number of risk factors.
FOR MORE DETAILS ON BREAST CANCER, CLICK ON THE FOLLOWING LINKS:
There are many types of breast cancer but the most common ones are:
Ductal carcinoma in situ
Invasive ductal carcinoma
Invasive lobular carcinoma
Most breast cancers encompass a type of carcinoma called adenocarcinoma which starts in the cells that make up glands (the glandular tissue. This means that their onset is in the milk ducts or the lobules (milk-producing glands)
Less common types of breast cancer include:
Sarcomas, Phyllodes, Paget disease& Angiosarcomas. These start in the cells of the muscle, fat or connective tissue
It is also crucial to note that sometimes a single breast cancer can be as a result of the combination of various types of cancers. Moreover, in some rare cases, the cancer cells may fail to form a lump or a tumour at all.
Therefore, the pathologist needs to conduct a biopsy to determine the specific type of cancer and check if the cancer has spread and if it has, to what extent. The extent to which the cancer has developed can be described using the following terms:
In situ which means that the breast cancers have not spread
Invasive or infiltrating which means that the cancers have invaded or spread to the surrounding tissues
EARLY SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF BREAST CANCER
They include:
Swelling of part of the breast or the whole of it
Consistent breast and/or nipple pain
Nipple retraction. This means that the nipples are turned inwards
A red, scaly or thickened nipple and/or breast skin
Abnormal nipple discharge (a discharge other than breast milk)
Skin irritation or when the breast skin looks like an orange peel
Swollen lymph nodes in the neck and armpits
A change in the size or shape of the breast or nipples
RISK FACTORS
Usually, normal breast cells become cancerous due to DNA mutations-abnormal changes. Although some of these mutations are inherited, most DNA mutations are acquired in the course of the patient’s life. This occurs when proto-oncogenes which help cells to grow mutate, they can facilitate increased growth of cells in a way that cannot be controlled. This uncontrolled growth of cells is what causes breast cancers. Such mutations are referred to as oncogenes
Risk factors include:
Family history- breast cancer is common among women whose close relatives i.e. mother, sister or daughter have ever diagnosed with cancer.
The patient’s history- if you have ever been diagnosed with breast cancer in one of the breasts, you are at a higher risk of developing cancer in the other breast or an additional cancer on the original breast.
Obesity- being overweight increases the risk of breast cancer in pre and postmenopausal women
The use of oral contraceptives for a long period of time that is at least 10 years slightly increases the risk of developing breast cancer.
Failure to breastfeed a child for at least one and a half years increases the risk. However, breastfeeding for one and a half to two years might lower the risk.
Exposure to chest radiations or the use of diethylstilbestrol further increases the risk
Race- white women are likely to develop breast cancer whereas African-American women tend to have developed tumours that are more aggressive if they develop into cancer
Women who have ever been diagnosed with certain non-cancerous breast conditions for instance typical hyperplasia are at a greater risk of developing breast cancer.
Menstruation- women who start their menstruation cycle at a younger age (before 12 years) or those who experience menopause later (after 55 years) have a slightly higher risk of developing breast cancer
The density of the breast tissue- women whose breast tissue is dense (can be measured using a mammogram) have a higher risk of developing breast cancer.
Alcohol consumption also increases the risk. A recent meta-analysis proved that all amounts or levels of alcohol are directly linked to an increased risk of breast cancer development, light drinking included.
Lack of exercise also increases the risk of breast cancer development.
Genetic risk factors- if you inherit a mutated gene from a parent, then there is a significantly higher risk of developing breast cancer.
THE LINK BETWEEN ANTIPERSPIRANT/ DEODORANTS AND BREAST CANCER
Recent research has proved beyond doubt that there is no direct link between parabens (a preservative used in deodorants) and breast cancer. Even if these parabens can build up in breast tissues, it is not conclusive that they can prompt breast cancer.
BREAST CANCER, MOST RECENT STUDY: WHAT CAUSES BREAST CANCER?
A study conducted by scientists at the University of New South Wales, Australia for 83 years has revealed that 40 % of breast cancer strains may be transmitted by human-to-human saliva.
The study has also linked some breast cancers to a virus linked to the domestic rat.
According to the experts, there is enough evidence that a mouse mammary tumour-like virus (MMTV) is the probable cause of many breast cancers.
The mammary tumour-like virus was first discovered in rat milk in 1936. It was later linked to tumours in pups which were suckled by cancerous mothers.
Since then, research has constantly linked women with breast cancer to a higher evidence of the MMTV virus in their body tissues.
BREAST CANCER MOST RECENT STATISTICS (2019)
Another study conducted in Kenya in 1981 also linked the mice virus to up to 40 % of breast cancers.
This study led to the discovery that 13 out of 21 which translates to 62% of breast cancer patients in Kenya and 27 out of 145 that is 18.6 % of breast cancer patients in the US had signs of the MMTV virus.
Among Asian women, 38% of breast cancer patients had the virus.
In healthy women who did not have breast cancer, 0nly 7 out of 26 (27%) had evidence of the MMTV
virus. In Asia, one out of 22 healthy women had the MMTV virus (4.5%).
On the other hand, one out of 36 healthy women in America had the mice virus (2.8%).
The authors of this new breast cancer study explained that the high levels of MMTV virus among Kenyan women compared to Asian and American women suggest different strains of the disease, environmental or genetic factors.
THE DANGERS OF THE HOUSE MICE
They also said that the high population in third world countries like Kenya may lead to wider exposure of these women to domestic rats as opposed to developed countries.
House mice are common in Kenyan households. They do defecate and urinate on uncooked food which exposes humans to greater danger.
Rats are also common in supermarkets and shops which stock cereals and other products that human beings eat without cooking.
According to the study, the MMTV virus which is present in many rodent populations can be transmitted by consuming uncooked cereals and other uncooked products.
The study concludes that the higher the prevalence of the house mice, the higher the prevalence of human breast cancer.
BREAST CANCER QUICK FACTS
Women with breast cancer have five times more mice viruses than healthy women.
The MMTV virus that causes breast cancer can be identified between 1 and 11 years before the cancer develops beyond control.
The virus is also present in human milk from normal lactating women but it is higher in lactating women at a higher risk of breast cancer.
The MMTV virus is also present in dogs, cats, mice, rats and monkeys.
Saliva is the most plausible means of transmitting the breast cancer virus from human to human and possibly fro dogs to humans.
FEATURED POST: HOW TO REDUCE THE RISK OF CANCER
medicine have proved various causative agents that can be linked to cancer.
Some of these include radiation from the sun, coming into contact with radioactive materials, radicals (in water or soil) and unhealthy lifestyle like excessive drinking, unhealthy diet and smoking tobacco.
HIV/AIDS patients are also vulnerable due to their low immunity.
Therefore it is crucial to observe the following guidelines to reduce the risk of contracting cancer:
GUIDELINES ON HOW TO PREVENT CANCER
1. Have regular exercises.
According to a study which was conducted in the year 2017 and published in the Journal of Carcinogenesis, regular exercises greatly reduce the risk of developing cancer.
The study was steered by a team of experts from the University of California.
2. Go for vaccination
Vaccines against some types of cancers have been developed.one of them is the HPV vaccine which protects women from the risk of contracting cervical cancer.
Oncologists advise all women who are reproductive to go the vaccine against HPV, a leading cause of cervical cancer.
Vaccination is more effective when administered on young girls who are not sexually active.
3. Practice safe sex
HPV, which leads to cervical cancer, for instance, is associated with multiple sexual partners.
If women either practice safe sex or remain faithful, they are likely to reduce the risk of developing the disease.
4. Consider regular screening and testing
Various tests and screening procedures have been developed to help detect cancers early for effective treatment and full recovery.
Some of them include the Pap smear test for cervical cancer, PSA tests and biopsies for prostate cancer and the BRCA 1 and 2 tests for breast cancer.
5. Lifestyle change
Since cancer is associated with one’s lifestyle, you may consider changing your lifestyle for the better.
Start by eating healthy food, avoiding smoking tobacco and excessive drinking of alcohol.
Yvonne Okwara Matole Biography: Age, Husband, Children, Contacts, KTN News, Tribe, House, Net Worth and Salary
Yvonne Okwara Matole Biography
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If you take a quick tour through Kenya’s media industry, you will realize that Yvonne Okwara Matole is not just any other name. Yvonne Okwara is a brand that KTN News cannot do without.
In this article, we shall highlight KTN News’ Yvonne Okwara Matole’s Biography, a news anchor who has been in the media industry for over ten years. She is an ambitious, sassy, and audacious media personality who has set the pace for many women.
Yvonne Okwara Age, Birthday and birthplace
Yvonne is 37 years old as of the year 2020 having been born on March 16, 1983.
She, therefore, celebrates her birthday on March 16 every year.
She was born in the Western region of Kenya.
Yvonne Okwara Tribe
Her name Matole can be ascribed to the Luhya tribe which is among the top 5 most populous tribes in Kenya.
Yvonne Okwara family
Yvonne is the last born of three children born to Ms. Esther Ambale Sande. Details of Yvonne’s father have not been publicized yet.
In 2018, her elder brother Albert Okwara passed on at 50 years. Albert was disabled, deaf-blinded. The news of her brother’s passing devastated Yvonne to an extent that she took to the social media and wrote a long post entitled “My Journey with Albert Okwara.”
Albert’s complications arose from the German Measles that their mother contracted when she was heavy with him.
“Let me start at the beginning. In the 60s, while expectant, my mother contracted German Measles. It has no symptoms. By the time she was giving birth to her firstborn son, there were complications. Mental retardation and deaf-blindness started to set in.
She tried everything, no door was unknocked, multiple surgeries, consultations. She talked to every doctor in the country. All of them, including, the professors, told her they had traveled far and wide and had NEVER seen anyone like my brother.
That he would not live beyond his 5th birthday. Or his 10th. Nor his 12th. Albert Okwara is still here! 50 years later! What a journey it has been.
Friends have fallen along the way; those that could make the choice did so and exited our lives. Called it a curse. To the entire community! I won’t name names but he knows himself!
The world of disability is a lonely one! The road has been lined with tears, pain, dashed hopes. But it has also had wonderful lessons that have made me who I am today! Let me explain, Albert is deaf-blind. He does not see, speak, or hear.
His perception of the world has been through his primary caregiver, his mother. My mother! We have cared for him, fed him, clothed him, and bathed him for close to 5 decades now. Today the round-the-clock care continues,” this is part of Yvonne’s long post about her brother Albert.
Yvonne Okwara husband, Wedding, Children
Yvonne is married to Andrew Matole Konde, a veterinary surgeon. They tied the knot more than five years ago on December 6, 2014 at Crown Plaza Hotel in Nairobi.
Grapevine had it that their wedding venues had to be changed a day to their wedding on grounds that Andrew’s mistresses could walk in and disrupt the ceremony. He had been previously married to Alice Manyole Matole and together they bore three children and had not officially divorced by the time he was wedding Yvonne.
Andrew and Yvonne have not given birth to any children. Rumors have it that Yvonne might be barren.
Yvonne Okwara Education Background
She studied at the Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, JKUAT pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in BSc Microbiology, Botany, Zoology, and Chemistry.
Yvonne Okwara Career Background
While responding to a question posed during one of her interviews with the Insight Magazine, a publication of The Standard Media Group, Yvonne said that she considers herself a success in as far as Journalism and the media industry are concerned.
She began working at a radio station-QFM owned by the Royal Media Services, RMS before taking up other bigger posts as a news producer, a show Host, and finally a news anchor at the KTN News.
At one point, Yvonne worked as at the host of “NTV This Morning” at Nation Media Group.
She acknowledges that her greatest breakthrough came when she joined KTN five years ago.
She currently hosts “Checkpoint” at the KTN News.
Her passion dates back to when she was ten years old. Yvonne could host the KBC children variety show at the age of 10.
Yvonne Okwara Net Worth and Salary
Although she does not feature in the list of top 10 richest media personalities in Kenya, Yvonne Okwara’s estimated net worth as of the year 2020 stands at over Kshs 15 million.
She pockets over Kshs 300, 000 in a month.
Yvonne Okwara house
Through a video, Yvonne showed off her plush home in 2018 that is worth millions. Below are some photos of her posh home.
Yvonne Okwara’s house
Click on the following link to view Yvonne Okwara’s retirement home
