Martin Opiyo

Voice Artist |Music Junkie |Entertainer |Current Affairs, Political Reporter & Producer @K24Tv | Pioneer @smashjamradio | Ex @switchtvkenya @hero_radio

[Daily Monitor @DailyMonitor]

VIDEO: Armed soldiers are on guard outside the headquarters of Daily Monitor newspaper in Namuwongo, Kampala.

The offices remain under military siege following an order by President Museveni's son and military chief Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba to shut down Nation Media Group (NMG) Uganda outlets, including Daily Monitor and NTV.

Other affected outlets include Dembe FM, Spark TV, KFM, and The East African, all under NMG.

A similar siege has been reported at the NTV and Spark TV broadcast centre at Serena Hotel since around 12am on Sunday, where military officials have since taken the stations off air.

[Fox News @FoxNews]

JUST IN: FOX News' Chad Pergram reports that two people were wounded in a shooting near the White House, and that the lockdown has been lifted.

[Nick Sortor @nicksortor]

BREAKING: White House shooter was KNOWN to Secret Service, and previously tried to GAIN ACCESS to the White House MULTIPLE times — CNN

He walked up to the perimeter, pulled out a gun, and OPENED FIRE on the White House

Thank GOD today's perimeter was further back than usual 🙏🏻

[U.S. Secret Service Office of Communications @SecretSvcSpox]

Preliminary statement regarding the shooting incident on 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue.

[Larry Madowo @LarryMadowo]

Tanzania tried to suppress this story from getting out.

But we’re telling it to the world on TV and online

[Larry Madowo @LarryMadowo]

CNN’s investigation into Tanzania’s post-election violence is out tomorrow around the world

[Larry Madowo @LarryMadowo]

EXCLUSIVE: Our CNN investigation found that Tanzanian police killed protesters, and signs of mass graves used to hide their brutality.

We spoke to more than 100 people, used forensic analysis of videos, and satellite imagery. The govt didn't respond to our detailed questions

[Daily Monitor @DailyMonitor]

QUOTE: "Africa is tired of leaders who cling to power against the wishes of the masses."- Yoweri Kaguta Museveni
Speech at the UPM fundraising at Fairway Hotel Kampala
Uganda Times, November 10, 1980

#MonitorUpdates
#MonitorArchives

[The Spectator Index @spectatorindex]

Population in 2100, as projected by UN Population Division.

🇮🇳 India: 1,533 million
🇨🇳 China: 771 million
🇳🇬 Nigeria: 546 million
🇵🇰 Pakistan: 487 million
🇨🇩 Congo: 431 million
🇺🇸 US: 394 million
🇪🇹 Ethiopia: 323 million
🇮🇩 Indonesia: 297 million
🇹🇿 Tanzania: 244 million
🇪🇬 Egypt: 205 million
🇧🇷 Brazil: 185 million
🇵🇭 Philippines: 180 million
🇧🇩 Bangladesh: 177 million
🇳🇪 Niger: 166 million
🇸🇩 Sudan: 142 million
🇦🇴 Angola: 133 million
🇺🇬 Uganda: 132 million
🇲🇽 Mexico: 116 million
🇰🇪 Kenya: 113 million
🇷🇺 Russia: 112 million
🇮🇶 Iraq: 111 million
🇦🇫 Afghanistan: 110 million
🇲🇿 Mozambique: 106 million
🇻🇳 Vietnam: 91 million
🇨🇮 Côte d’Ivoire: 88 million
🇨🇲 Cameroon: 87 million
🇲🇱 Mali: 87 million
🇲🇬 Madagascar: 83 million
🇹🇷 Turkey: 82 million
🇮🇷 Iran: 79 million
🇿🇦 South Africa: 74 million
🇾🇪 Yemen: 74 million
🇯🇵 Japan: 74 million
🇬🇧 UK: 70 million
🇩🇪 Germany: 68 million
🇫🇷 France: 60 million
🇨🇦 Canada: 53 million
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia: 50 million
🇦🇷 Argentina: 47 million
🇦🇺 Australia: 38 million
🇮🇹 Italy: 36 million
🇪🇸 Spain: 30 million
🇰🇷 South Korea: 24 million
🇳🇱 Netherlands: 16 million
🇦🇪 UAE: 14 million
🇸🇪 Sweden: 13 million
🇨🇭 Switzerland: 10 million
🇦🇹 Austria: 8 million
🇳🇴 Norway: 7 million

[NetBlocks @netblocks]

⚠ Update: #Tanzania remains offline ~8 hours after a national blackout on election day, as news emerges that a curfew is now in place; the measure marks a significant decline in the country's internet freedom, threatening the transparency and credibility of the election process

[E! News @enews]

Kelis Shares Glimpse Into Life in Kenya After Relocating With Her Kids: https://t.co/vQ4SrgmyQR

[Elayne @ElayneOkaya]

The Acholi from Uganda arrived to give their tribute and honour Baba.
Loved far and wide.
RIP Tinga.

[Barack Obama @BarackObama]

Raila Odinga was a true champion of democracy. A child of independence, he endured decades of struggle and sacrifice for the broader cause of freedom and self-governance in Kenya. Time and again, I personally saw him put the interests of his country ahead of his own ambitions. Like few other leaders anywhere, he was willing to choose the path of peaceful reconciliation without compromising his core values. Through his life, Raila Odinga set an example not just for Kenyans, but across Africa and around the world. I know he will be missed. Michelle and I send our deepest condolences to his family and to the people of Kenya.

[Narendra Modi @narendramodi]

Deeply saddened by the passing of my dear friend and former Prime Minister of Kenya, Mr. Raila Odinga. He was a towering statesman and a cherished friend of India. I had the privilege of knowing him closely since my days as Chief Minister of Gujarat and our association continued over the years. He had a special affection for India, our culture, values and ancient wisdom. This was reflected in his efforts to strengthen India-Kenya ties. He particularly admired Ayurveda and traditional medicine systems of India, having witnessed their positive impact on his daughter's health. I extend my deepest condolences to his family, friends and to the people of Kenya in this hour of grief.

[Crime Journalists Association of Kenya-CJAK @CrimeScribesKE]

CJAK calls on @DCI_Kenya to ensure the safety of our member Mr Collins Kweyu who has been arrested over a case linked to a complaint filed by a Migori based Judge. @MediaCouncilK @StandardKenya

[Martin Opiyo @ItsMartinMax]

@Safaricom_Care check DM

[Pope Leo XIV @Pontifex]

Bara la Afrika linatoa ushuhuda mkubwa kwa ulimwengu mzima. Asante kwa kuishi imani yenu katika Yesu Kristo. Ni jinsi gani ilivyo muhimu kwamba kila mbatizwa ajisikie kuitwa na Mungu kuwa ishara ya matumaini katika Ulimwengu wa leo.

[Martha Karua @MarthaKarua]

Hatukuvamia nchi ya Tanzania @SuluhuSamia tulikunja kihalali Kama wanajumuiya, tukazuiliwa kinyume cha mkataba wa @jumuiya na kufurushwa inje.

[SpiceFM @SpiceFMKE]

It is with deep sorrow that the Spice FM family announces the untimely passing of our beloved Spice Drive presenter, Edward Kwach. Our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and all who knew and loved him. May his soul rest in eternal peace.
#RIPKwach

[LUCKY OLUOCH-SAQIB @LuckyOluoch]

INSIDE THE ECHOES THAT RATTLED RUTO

—In an unprecedented case of State paranoia and suppression of freedom, brave Butere Girls were gagged from speaking truth to power.

In Friday's People Daily newspaper. 🗞️