PETTY WARS: Natembeya Backs Down: Ruto’s Masinde Muliro Market Stays as GSU Seals Trans Nzoia HQ

Tension in Kitale! GSU officers have barricaded the Trans Nzoia County headquarters gate and police have been deployed across the town after Governor George Natembeya threatened to visit the Masinde Muliro Business Park, launched by President William Ruto. On Monday, October 19, Natembeya made a U-turn. He abandoned his plan to launch the market, calling the dispute “petty wars,” and said traders along the roads will not be evicted. In this video: Why GSU barricaded the county HQ Natembeya’s U-turn on the Masinde Muliro Market launch His promise not to evict roadside traders The plaque threat that started the fight Ruto’s response: a stalled project, 1,500 displaced traders and a Ksh15 million donation Who really won this round? Comment below and follow for more Kenyan political updates. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Kitale on lockdown 0:30 GSU barricade at Trans Nzoia County HQ 1:30 Natembeya’s U-turn: “petty wars” 2:45 No eviction for roadside traders 4:00 The plaque threat that lit the fuse 5:00 Ruto’s answer: Ksh15 million and priority for 1,500 traders 5:45 What happens next? MAISHA TV – Kenya’s News Voice of Truth, Insight & Impact 🏆 KUZA Award–Winning news Broadcaster | Top 5 Most-Watched TV Channel in Kenya (2024–2025) – Media Council of Kenya We bring you breaking news, fearless investigative journalism, and powerful human stories that shape conversations in Kenya, Africa, and across the globe. From State House to village town halls, from Nairobi’s business district to African conflict zones—we deliver credible, timely, and thought-provoking coverage you can trust. ---MOST RECOMMENDED STORIES: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQ5qblg4LGaSeZ3xtXVzrmy-_hs3U08sA 📌 WHAT YOU’LL FIND ON THIS CHANNEL ✔ Kenya Breaking News – Live updates on politics, elections, and government decisions ✔ Political Analysis & Commentary – Deep dives with experts, MPs, and policy voices ✔ Investigative Journalism – Uncovering corruption, silent wars, and military intelligence ✔ African & Global News – Coverage of key events shaping the continent and beyond ✔ Business, Finance & Economy – Market insights, entrepreneurship, and economic growth stories ✔ Lifestyle, Culture & Entertainment – Fashion, art, music, film, and sports ✔ Special Reports & Documentaries – Exclusive features you won’t find anywhere else --- 📺 WATCH OUR CONTENT ▶️ WATCH FULL EPISODE: https://short-link.me/1b3wh 💻 OTHER TERRESTRIAL PLATFORMS: MAISHA TV KENYA --- 🎤 LISTEN TO OUR PODCASTS 🎫 PLG 2025 | https://shorturl.at/qY9mZ| 🍋 https://rb.gy/b2hz41 📕 https://short-link.me/16DQx --- 📱 REAL-TIME NEWS ALERTS * Join our WhatsApp Channel: Click Here * Text “MAISHA TV NEWS” to +254746999841 for instant breaking news --- 🔴 SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS * @Maisha TV Kenya News * @Maisha TV Kenya Podcast * @Maisha TV Kenya * @Maisha TV Kenya Digital --- 🌍 WHERE TO WATCH US 📡 StarTimes – Channel 108 📡 GOtv – Channel 808 📡 Any Free-to-Air decoder nationwide We broadcast across Kenya: Kisumu, Kitale, Bungoma, Vihiga, Siaya, Nairobi, Eldoret, Trans-nzoia, Migori, Webuye, Kakamega, Homabay, Mumias, Malaba, Moi's Bridge, Makutano, Kapenguria, Busia, Lwakhakha, Mt. Elgon, Turbo, Malava, Yala, Kisii, and more. --- 📢 FOLLOW MAISHA TV ONLINE TikTok: /maishaTVKenya Facebook: /MaishaTVKenya X (Twitter): MAishaTVKenya Instagram: /maishaTVKenya 🌐 Website: maishatv.co.ke --- 💼 BUSINESS & SUPPORT 📩 Email: [email protected] 📞 Phone: +254746999841 💳 Support via MPESA Till: 656231 --- ⚠️ COPYRIGHT & PRODUCTION Produced by Maisha TV Kenya – All rights reserved under copyright and fair use policies. #KenyaNews, #BreakingNewsKenya, #KenyaToday, #KenyanPolitics, #KenyaUpdates, #KenyaHeadlines, #KenyaCurrentAffairs