Manyoka Matatu Driver in Court After Deadly Crash | Didmus Barasa’s JKUAT Degree Dispute

Kenya’s latest court and accountability stories are in focus. In this episode, we examine the deadly “Manyoka” matatu case in Nairobi, the dispute over Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa’s alleged JKUAT undergraduate degree, and the High Court’s contempt finding against Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja over roadblocks erected during the June 25 protest anniversary. First, a matatu driver has been charged over the deaths of three people in an alleged dangerous-driving incident along Enterprise Road in Nairobi. The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions says Sammy Murigi Maina was driving an Isuzu minibus when it was allegedly driven in a dangerous style commonly referred to as “Manyoka.” The prosecution says the incident also caused bodily harm to two other people. Maina denied the charges. The case has renewed debate about dangerous stunts, passenger safety and the wider nganya or matatu culture in Kenya. Second, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology has told the Consumers Federation of Kenya that Didmus Barasa was not a student at the university and that JKUAT did not award him a Bachelor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering degree in May 2008. The university says Barasa’s name does not appear in its records and that it did not hold a graduation ceremony in May 2008. Barasa has dismissed the claims and previously rejected questions about his academic credentials. The allegations remain a matter of public and legal dispute and should not be treated as a final criminal finding. Third, the High Court found Inspector General Douglas Kanja personally in contempt of court over police roadblocks and barricades erected during the June 25, 2026 anniversary of the Gen Z and Finance Bill protests. The court said police had been required to give prior public notice before putting up roadblocks or barricades. The police disputed personal responsibility and argued that the measures responded to security concerns. The next step is mitigation and sentencing. Reports differ on the listed appearance date. Some reports state September 22, 2026, while Nation and several broadcast listings state September 28, 2026. Viewers should check the latest court update before relying on the date. This episode separates confirmed court developments from allegations, responses and unresolved questions. Watch to the end for the key facts, legal context and what each case could mean for road safety, political accountability and public access in Kenya. SIGN UP ON LemFi using the IKONINI referral code, click on this link https://referral.lemonade.finance/invite/jmbLoTGSeDjjrCQa9 Iko Nini is a Kenya podcast that covers everything Kenyan entertainment, politics & social issues SUPPORT IKO NINI THROUGH CASHAPP $IKONINI BECOME A MEMBER FOR EARLY ACCESS & EXCLUSIVE CONTENT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5h4-WH0LAV4CWs380yM33A/join