In Contempt — News on Legal Battles, Public Scandals and Accountability
Contempt shows up where rules, power and reputation collide. This tag collects stories about legal fights, official penalties, public outcry and moments when people or institutions face blame. If you want straightforward updates on who’s being held to account and why, start here.
What you’ll find under "In Contempt"
Quick, clear reporting on penalties, court disputes, professional rules and protests that turn into bigger headlines. Expect: concise summaries, key facts, and links to the full story so you can read more without hunting. We flag pieces that matter to everyday readers — from costly government fines to public figures losing titles or facing criticism.
For example: Kenya’s financial watchdogs and courts make the news when billions in penalties follow missed deadlines and idle loans. Professional bodies step in when titles are misused, and political protests spark calls for accountability. These are the kinds of events that show up on this tag.
Top reads right now
Browse these featured stories to see how contempt plays out across institutions and politics:
Kenya Faces Ksh6 Billion Penalty Bill from Idle Loans and Delayed Project Payments — A clear case of cost and oversight, where missed deadlines triggered heavy fines and heated debate over financial planning.
Engineers Board Orders Northwestern Christian University to Recall Sudi’s Honorary Degree Over Title Misuse — When professional titles matter, regulators act. This piece explains why the board demanded a corrected certificate.
Ruto Urges Calm as Gen Z-Led Protests Rock Kenya on Deadly Anniversary — Protests, tighter media controls and political pressure all collide in this update. It shows how public unrest can push accountability into the spotlight.
Obasanjo Inaugurates 46km Joe Irukwu Way, Lauds Otti's Road Revolution in Abia State — Not every story about scrutiny ends in scandal. Sometimes public leaders face praise and questions at once; this piece walks that line.
Julian McMahon Dead at 56 — High-profile deaths can prompt public scrutiny and private details. This report covers the facts and reactions without sensationalism.
Each story here is chosen because it involves conflict, formal action, or a public reaction that changes things. You’ll find coverage across politics, professional regulation, and public safety.
Want faster updates? Use the tag to follow developments across related posts, check back for new articles, or search within the tag for specific names and events. If you care about who’s accountable and how the rules are enforced, this tag puts the key facts in one place. Read the full articles for deeper context and sources — and come back when the next headline drops.