Oginga made the remarks at his Nairobi home while hosting a delegation of MPs and Senators who went to see him following his recently illness. The group was led by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula and Senate Speaker Amason Kingi.
Oginga also urged political leaders to embrace dialogue, tolerance and consensus-building to promote national unity. He thanked the parliamentary leadership for the visit and their encouragement. Wetang'ula said he hoped Oginga would make a full recovery and return to his legislative duties.
Oginga was discharged from Nairobi Hospital in late October after a two-week admission . Since returning home, several political leaders and members of his family have visited him.
When reports emerged of a fresh hospital admission earlier, he asked whether those spreading them had verified the information with him, and said illness is part of normal life.
The latest development has raised fresh concerns about the future of healthcare services in affected counties, particularly as doctors demand that county administrations honour their salary-related obligations.
The union's ultimatum places pressure on the 17 county governments to address the outstanding adjustments within the stipulated period or risk facing industrial action.
For thousands of patients who depend on public hospitals, the announcement could signal difficult days ahead if negotiations fail and doctors eventually withdraw their services.
KMPDU represents medical practitioners across Kenya and has repeatedly raised concerns about the working conditions, remuneration and welfare of doctors employed in the public healthcare system.
The latest dispute centres on salary adjustments that the union says have not been implemented by the affected county administrations.
The 21-day notice gives the county governments a window to address the matter before the situation potentially escalates into a strike.
County governments play a crucial role in Kenya's healthcare system because they manage many public hospitals, employ healthcare workers and oversee the delivery of essential medical services at the local level.
Consequently, disagreements between county administrations and medical professionals can have serious implications for patients seeking treatment.
A prolonged industrial dispute could disrupt outpatient consultations, elective procedures and other hospital services, depending on the extent of participation by doctors and any exemptions agreed upon for emergency care.
The latest warning also raises broader questions about the ability of county governments to meet their obligations to healthcare workers while maintaining reliable medical services for residents.
For doctors, salary adjustments are not simply administrative matters. They form part of the wider discussion about fair compensation, professional recognition and the retention of qualified medical personnel in public hospitals.
However, the coming days will be important in determining whether the dispute can be resolved through negotiations before the deadline expires.
The affected county governments now face pressure to engage the union and find a solution that addresses the outstanding salary concerns.
For patients, the biggest concern remains whether hospitals will continue operating normally or whether another industrial dispute will affect access to medical services.
Do you support KMPDU's decision to issue a 21-day strike notice, or should doctors give county governments more time to resolve the salary dispute? What should happen if the 17 counties fail to act? Share your views in the comment section.
The proposed changes could affect Majority Chief Whip Moses Ogeto and nominated MCA Perpetua Mponjiwa Okello, who have openly associated themselves with Sifuna's emerging political movement despite holding positions under the ODM banner.
The planned shake-up is reportedly linked to their support for the Linda Mwananchi Movement, which has increasingly exposed divisions within ODM as rival factions battle for political influence ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Ogeto, who represents Kilimani Ward in Dagoretti North Constituency, currently serves as the Majority Chief Whip. He has represented the ward since 2013 and was previously considered a close ally of the late ODM founder Raila Odinga.
Mponjiwa, on the other hand, chairs the influential Education Committee, placing her among the key figures overseeing important county affairs.
Ogeto has acknowledged reports of the impending changes but questioned the reasons behind the move. He maintained that his decision to support Sifuna was informed by his belief that ODM had drifted away from the principles championed by its late founder.
He argued that the party had shifted its focus from defending ordinary citizens to protecting the interests of powerful politicians.
Despite the possibility of losing his influential position, Ogeto appeared unfazed, maintaining that his political future would ultimately be determined by voters.
He is also eyeing the Dagoretti North parliamentary seat currently held by Beatrice Elachi.
If the proposed changes are implemented, Upper Savannah MCA Stazo Omung'ala Elija Ang'ila, who serves as Ogeto's deputy, is expected to take over as Majority Chief Whip.
The developments highlight the growing political consequences of the divisions within ODM, with Sifuna's Linda Mwananchi Movement attracting leaders who have become increasingly critical of the party's current direction.
For the two Nairobi MCAs, their association with Sifuna could now come at a political cost, as the battle for influence within ODM threatens to strip them of some of their most powerful positions in the county assembly.
Shea Lacey has been praised by Manchester United fans for his response when asked if he was ‘a success story of the academy’ following the Red Devils’ dramatic 3-2 comeback victory against Roma.
Liverpool-born Lacey, who joined United’s academy at the age of seven, was introduced as a 75th-minute substitute for Amad Diallo and put in a game-changing performance in front of the Old Trafford crowd.
The 19-year-old came on with United trailing 2-1 before causing all sorts of problems for Roma full-back Gianluca Mancini.
Matheus Cunha made it 2-2 in the 83rd minute after Leonardo Balerdi failed to clear Fernandes’ lofted ball.
Lacey then set up the winner, providing the pass for Cunha’s strike. His cameo even prompted some fans to demand that Carrick start him in the Premier League against Aston Villa on November 8. But the teenager is certainly not getting carried away, as he showed in a post-match interview.
Speaking after the game, the interviewer told Lacey that he was a “success story” of the club and “part of this history now”.
Fans have praised Lacey’s response.
“[I'm] not yet [a success story of our Academy],” Lacey replied.
“We’re building towards it, it’s going well. But nights like tonight definitely help. There’s still a long way to go.”
One fan reacted: “That’s the right mentality to have, the work’s not done yet, there’s still a lot of work needed.”
Another added: “Humility will take you a long way, hopefully he stays grounded and gets more opportunities whilst under Carrick and further.”
A third commented: “I really hope he makes it. So much potential there.”
A fourth wrote: “Seems to have a good head on such young shoulders, his time will come.”
A fifth praised him, saying: “Good mentality, not letting it get to his head, I'm rooting for him like mad.”
Lacey also discussed his newfound role as a makeshift right-back, explaining: “It was new, I haven’t done it before. But just to see games out like that, sometimes you’ve got to do those things and I thought it worked in the end, it worked well.”
Speaking about the performance in general, he added: “It was a special feeling, it’s been a long time coming but it was good.
“It was amazing, the atmosphere in the second half, you could feel the momentum shift as soon as Bruno put the penalty away. You could feel it building and building and it [the winner] finally came and it was a special moment.”
Lacey has scored one goal and provided one assist in 10 appearances for United’s senior side since making his debut against Aston Villa in December 2025.
Despite only making a cameo appearance against Roma, Wayne Rooney believes Carrick should start Lacey for the Premier League clash against Villa on November 8.
“That’s a great touch inside and a wonderful pass, and the finish is incredible,” Rooney said when speaking about Lacey’s assist.
“If you look at it again, you probably think, can he square it and play your teammate in? But for me, it’s all about that first touch [from Lacey], takes the defender out and that pass is incredible.
“We’ve said about Amad, Amad does some really good things, but it’s that end product, that is what takes you to the next level. And the glimpses of what I’ve seen from Lacey when he has come on, especially this season.
“He has got something in there, that little touch and little pass which United needed to get them over the line in this game.”
Bahati and Diana Marua’s November 6, 2026, wedding has attracted attention because of its exclusive guest list and the Ksh1 million price attached to each invitation. The couple announced that they would host 100 guests, and their invitation deliveries have brought several familiar names into the spotlight.
Listen to articleInterior CS Kipchumba Murkomen says detectives are still pursuing leads and awaiting phone location data as the abducted officer's whereabouts remain unknown and no suspects have been arrested.Nearly two months after National Police Reservist Ali Issack Abdullahi was snatched by four armed men in Elwak, Mandera County, his whereabouts remain unknown, with investigators yet to make any arrests, Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen has told Parliament.
Kenya’s media industry has been plunged into mourning following the death of veteran sports journalist Jack Kwemba in a road accident in Siaya County.Kwemba is reported to have died on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, after a motorbike he was involved in collided with a cow.
Salaried workers with a gross pay of over Sh32,333 a month will pocket an additional Sh2,083 each, as the National Treasury moves amendments to the pay-as-you-earn (PAYE) bands, extending relief beyond low-income workers.
The National Treasury has said it will not change the higher tax bands for those earning more than Sh32,333 but will end the Sh2,400 monthly personal reliefs across all salary levels.
Harry Kane won the Ballon d'Or by just 28 points over Kylian Mbappe, and just nine days after an emotional night at London's Palladium, the Bayern Munich superstar has a surprising plan for the trophy.
After finishing the 2025/26 campaign with 73 goals for club and country, Kane became the first Englishman since Michael Owen in 2001 to win the Ballon d'Or. In doing so, he ended Bayern's 45-year wait for a player to win football's biggest individual prize, following in the footsteps of Gerd Muller, Franz Beckenbauer, and Karl-Heinz Rummenigge.
Kane instantly confirmed a plan to give gifts to teammates at Bayern and England to thank them for their contributions to his major milestone, and he's also revealed where he wants to keep the prestigious trophy.
When he collected the prestigious award on October 26, many felt the 33-year-old would have to make extra room in his trophy cabinet, having previously won a raft of individual prizes.
The Ballon d'Or would sit proudest alongside 12 top goalscorer awards, two European golden boots, and four Premier League Player of the Year triumphs. But instead of keeping the trophy himself, he wants to put it in the Bayern Munich museum.
"I’ll speak to the club about whether we could put the Ballon d’Or in the Bayern Museum. I think that’s where it belongs, also so that the fans can see it," Kane said via SportBILD.
Kane wouldn't be the only player to donate the Ballon d'Or trophy to a museum. Lionel Messi has donated all eight of his to Barcelona, including his most recent one, which he won in 2023 while playing for Inter Miami.
Cristiano Ronaldo was voted the Ballon d'Or of All Time last week for his 2008 campaign with Manchester United and Portugal. He also made the headlines for auctioning a replica of his 2013 Ballon d'Or in 2017, raising €600,000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Arguably the most fascinating story, though, comes from Alfredo Di Stefano. The legendary striker won two Ballon d'Ors with Real Madrid in 1957 and 1959, as well as being the only player to win a Super Ballon d'Or in 1989 – the award France Football gave to the best footballer of the past three decades.
Following his sad death in 2014, his family put the memorabilia up for sale in 2021, with his two Ballon d'Ors selling for £60,800 and £54,400, respectively, while his Super Ballon d'Or sold for £187,500.
According to Christian Falk, Kane is entitled to a bonus of more than €1million (£834,490) after winning the Ballon d'Or.
The England captain's contract was negotiated with performance-related incentives and other special bonuses. He receives an additional bonus for every season he finishes as the Bundesliga top scorer, doing so on three separate occasions since joining from Tottenham.
Kane's lucrative contract at Bayern also included a clause rewarding him for finishing as the Champions League’s top scorer, achieving that in his debut season at Bayern in 2023/24.
On Monday, ahead of their Champions League clash with Atletico Madrid, England's record scorer said he is "extremely close" to signing a new contract at the Allianz Arena after months of negotiations.
"I would say it is more [a matter of] days," Kane explained. There has been good conversations over this weekend and today as well.
"I know I keep saying we are close, but we are extremely close now. Details are just details in every contract. A lot of the bigger stuff has been ironed out, and we are happy with, but in every contract there are loads of little things that go into it, small details that, in the end, the lawyers have to thrash out and figure out.
Once an agreement is finalised, Kane will sign a contract that will keep him at the Bundesliga giants until 2029, weeks before his 36th birthday.
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula and Senate Speaker Amason Kingi on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, led a delegation of legislators in visiting recuperating ODM Party Leader Oburu Oginga at his Nairobi home.
Oburu is recovering after being discharged from hospital, where he had been receiving treatment. The visit brought together lawmakers from both Houses of Parliament, who wished the Siaya Senator a full and speedy recovery.
Wetang’ula said the delegation was encouraged by Oburu’s progress, urging him to prioritise his health and avoid returning to political engagements before making a complete recovery.
“Prioritise your health and avoid rushing back into political engagements before making a full recovery,” Wetang’ula advised.
He also commended the ODM leader for his courage and determination in confronting his medical challenges.
“I have no words to explain my feelings after the Speakers of both Houses and fellow legislators created time to come and check on me,” he said.
The Siaya Senator entertained his visitors with jokes and his trademark humour, while expressing confidence that he would soon resume active politics.
He also addressed false reports circulated on social media while he was in hospital, which had claimed that he had died.
“Those who wrote me off while I was in hospital by declaring me dead only made me stronger and more determined to fight my sickness. Here I am, recovering and growing stronger by the day,” he said.
Oburu said his illness had temporarily slowed down his political activities but maintained that his return to the political arena was imminent.
“The sickness slowed my political activities. Very soon, I will be back, roaring in the best way I know how,” he said.
He further told supporters to continue praying for him and remain patient as he completes his recovery, saying he missed parliamentary debates and political engagements.
Kingi said the Senate fraternity missed Oburu’s contributions to parliamentary proceedings, debates and national political discourse.
“As the Senate, we miss your contributions to proceedings and debates, as well as your guidance in national politics. We pray that you get better and resume your political duties as soon as possible,” Kingi said.
The visiting delegation included Senate Chief Whip David Wakoli, Senate Minority Leader Stewart Madzayo, William Kisang and Daniel Maanzo.
Other legislators included National Assembly Minority Whip Millie Odhiambo, Parliamentary Commissioner Mishi Mboko and Eve Obara.
Oburu thanked the delegation for its support as he continues his recovery.
