Transfer news live: Man United and Aston Villa battle for ex-Chelsea midfielder
Close Guehi deal will take City spending to close to half a billion, as case faces a wait of another yearJoin the Miguel Delaney: Inside Football newsletter and get behind-the-scenes access and unrivalled insight Join the Miguel Delaney: Inside Football newsletter Join the Miguel Delaney: Inside Football newsletter Email * SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy noticeThe January transfer window is heating up as clubs across Europe look to make final additions ahead of the business end of the season. Their Premier League rivals will also look to strengthen this month with the battle for Champions League football set to intensify, with Chelsea having opened talks to sign star Rennes centre-back Jeremy Jacquet. But could a former Chelsea midfielder be on his way back to the Premier League? Follow all the latest transfer news, gossip, rumours and done deals in The Independent’s live blog below
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January 23, 2026 03:16 UTC
Governor Kihika visits Akinyi’s Tule Kienyeji restaurant after viral appeal
Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika on Thursday visited Tule Kienyeji restaurant following a widely shared social media video by its owner, Harriet Akinyi, appealing for support to keep the business running. The video circulated widely on social media platforms, drawing public attention to the challenges faced by small businesses. In her video, Akinyi said she had invested more than Sh1 million in the restaurant, including construction, equipment, furnishings and stock, but said customer turnout had remained low. One resident, identified only as Loice, said she visited the restaurant after watching the video on social media and felt compelled to support a local entrepreneur. A bodaboda rider was also seen offering free transport to customers heading to the restaurant from various parts of Nakuru.
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January 23, 2026 00:59 UTC
Gold prices today, January 23: Gold rates on rise or fall in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai? Check city-wise list of 24K, 22K, 18K prices
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January 23, 2026 00:12 UTC
Morocco Celebrated as Africa Cup of Nations 2025 Runner-Up and
NUSANTARANEWS.CO, Rabat – His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist Him, has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Moroccan national football team after their remarkable achievement as runners-up in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, hosted in Morocco. The Africa Cup of Nations 2025 was not only a showcase of Morocco’s footballing talent but also a demonstration of its organizational capacity as host nation. The Africa Cup of Nations 2025 was a success not only for Morocco but for Africa as a whole,” Lalengke said. We look forward to seeing Morocco continue to shine, especially as it prepares for the 2030 World Cup,” Lalengke concluded. The Africa Cup of Nations 2025 will be remembered as a milestone in Moroccan sports history.
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January 22, 2026 23:45 UTC
Gachagua dismisses claims of rift between Somali, Mt Kenya communities
He described the relationship between the Somali community and the Mt Kenya region as close and mutually beneficial, likening it to an inseparable partnership. “Jamii ya Wasomali na ya Mlima Kenya hatuwezi kutenganishwa,” he said, using a metaphor to emphasise what he described as the deep connection between the two communities. He dismissed claims that there is hostility between people from Mt Kenya and the Somali community, saying such assertions do not reflect the reality as he understands it. Gachagua also rejected claims that he personally harbours resentment towards the Somali community, saying such allegations are inaccurate. “Uchumi wa Kenya unafaidika sana kutokana na bidii ya jamii ya Wasomali na ya Mlima Kenya,” he said.
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January 22, 2026 20:29 UTC
Luo Elders call on young leaders to follow proper channels in clinching leadership
The late Raila Odinga during Luo Council of Elders Chair (Ker)Odungi Randa coronation. [File, Standard]A section of Luo Council of Elders in Migori County has challenged young Luo leaders to follow proper channels if they want to lead the community. Led by their patron Jim Ayayo, the Luo elders said they welcomed the leadership of young and vibrant minds like Winnie Odinga and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino in the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party. “For over three decades, the Luo community has enjoyed a peaceful political existence under the leadership of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga,” said Mr. Ayayo. According to the Luo elders, the death of former ODM leader Raila Odinga’s death has not created a vacuum to cause discord among leaders and people from the community.
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January 22, 2026 19:35 UTC
Declare drought a national disaster - Gachagua tells Ruto
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called on President William Ruto to declare the ongoing drought a national disaster, citing worsening humanitarian conditions in parts of the country. He questioned what he described as limited public communication on the situation, noting that drought conditions had persisted for several months. Gachagua urged the President to declare the drought a national disaster to help mobilise additional resources, including donor funding, and to strengthen mitigation efforts. Declare the drought a national disaster to attract funding. Persistently high temperatures have further strained water and pasture resources, worsening conditions in affected areas.
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January 22, 2026 19:18 UTC
Ruto: Don’t let ‘Bazuu’ attention waste your NYOTA funds
President Ruto with NYOTA beneficiary KelvinPresident William Ruto cautioned young Kenyans against misusing government-backed start-up capital on short-lived pleasures and relationships, stressing that the funds are meant to ignite sustainable business ventures and long-term economic stability. The exchange took place in a public setting during a NYOTA fund distribution event in Meru, where President Ruto engaged directly with a beneficiary identified as Kelvin. The conversation, which was both motivational and advisory, underscored the administration’s emphasis on prudent financial management among young people receiving the grants. “No, I’m not married.”Probing further, Ruto asked whether Kelvin had a girlfriend. “Now, ladies are looking at you on social media.
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January 22, 2026 18:58 UTC
James Cameron Says A Sudden Promotion Came With A BTS 'Coke Dealer' Role
James Cameron Says A Producer Handed Him ‘Coke’ Like It Was Office SuppliesEric Kowalsky / MEGACameron told Bensinger his workload exploded when the production designer/art director was fired mid-chaos. What do I do with this stuff?’”James Cameron Says He Was Told To Hand Out Drugs On SetJames Cameron insisted he wasn’t even using drugs. “I'm like, so I just became a dealer, I guess?”Advertisement AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementHe claimed it was normal in that world. ‘Will work for coke,’ basically,” he said, before adding, “And that was pretty nuts.”Ultimately, Cameron says he passed the responsibility off. Setting the scene, James Cameron told Bensinger, “So a year before, I was up there with my, my first wife Sharon, driving around in her Camaro.
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January 22, 2026 18:34 UTC
Ndii rubbishes court ruling declaring presidential advisors illegal
Economist David Ndii says that formal state offices were not a prerequisite for advising the President. The Chairperson of the Presidential Council of Economic Advisors, David Ndii, has downplayed a High Court ruling that declared the offices of presidential advisors unconstitutional, insisting that the decision would not stop him or others from advising President William Ruto. Through his social media, Ndii criticised the judgment delivered on Thursday, terming it a “pyrrhic victory” and arguing that advisors could continue to offer guidance informally as a “kitchen cabinet.”
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January 22, 2026 18:06 UTC
How Mbadi's duty-free rice import plan turned into free-for-all legal war
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January 22, 2026 18:01 UTC
Kioni hails Raila as steady hand in times of political turbulence
Jubilee Deputy Party Leader Jeremiah Kioni has paid tribute to the late ODM leader Raila Odinga, describing him as a unifying figure whose leadership and wisdom continue to offer guidance during periods of political uncertainty. Kioni said Raila’s legacy is often spoken about without a full appreciation of the man behind the politics. Kioni recounted a defining moment during a period of political confusion, when Raila, despite not being a member of the Jubilee Party at the time, made a deliberate effort to engage with him directly. According to Kioni, the gesture symbolised Raila’s commitment to dialogue, bridge-building and national stability, even across political divides. The former Jubilee Secretary General noted that Raila’s approach has consistently been anchored in consultation and consensus, rather than confrontation for its own sake.
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January 22, 2026 17:55 UTC
No child left out: Ruto directs all Grade 10 students to report to school
President William Ruto, Meru Governor Mutuma M'Ethingia, Embu's Cecily Mbarire and others at the disbursement of NYOTA at Kinoru stadium. [Phares Mutembei, standard]President William Ruto has directed all Grade 10 students to report to school, regardless of whether they have paid school fees or obtained uniforms. Speaking in Tharaka Nithi, Meru County, on Thursday, January 22, Ruto instructed chiefs to ensure that all learners report to school, including in their Junior Secondary School (JSS) uniforms. Ruto said the government has made significant investments in education and urged stakeholders to accommodate students across institutions. But according to CS Ogamba, at least 90 per cent of the 1.1 million learners have managed to report.
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January 22, 2026 15:50 UTC
Jubilee Party elevates Jeremiah Kioni to deputy leader in major shake-up ahead of 2027
Jubilee Party has appointed Hon. Jeremiah Kioni as its Deputy Party Leader (Operations) as part of a sweeping leadership reorganisation aimed at strengthening the party ahead of the 2027 General Election. Ole Kenta was appointed Secretary General, with Zack Kinuthia named Deputy Secretary General. “The NEC resolved to strengthen the Jubilee Party’s leadership and organisational structures in preparation for the 2027 General Election,” the party said in a statement. In a statement, the party called on its members, supporters and partners to support Kenta as he takes up the role of Secretary General.
Source:The Star
January 22, 2026 15:49 UTC
Junet says ODM could back Ruto in 2027 if talks succeed
Suna East MP Junet Mohamed/JUNET MOHAMED/XSuna East MP Junet Mohamed has signalled a possible political shift, saying the opposition could support President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election if ongoing dialogue produces favourable outcomes. Speaking during an interview on Citizen TV on Wednesday, Junet described politics as unpredictable and said no option was off the table. “If the negotiations and talks go well, then definitely we will support him,” he stated. However, he ruled out talks with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, criticising his leadership record. It’s not a marriage.”Asked why ODM would not consider backing Kalonzo as repayment, Mohamed replied that the responsibility lay with candidates seeking support.
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January 22, 2026 15:41 UTC