Charred remains of the couple were discovered in Ruai estate. Police believe that the duo could have been killed elsewhere before their bodies were dumped and burnt.
A preliminary report on the cause of death states that both Kanini and Olujobi died of burn wounds. Kanini had suffered 90 percent degree burns on her body and stab wounds on her chest.
Those from the fallen priest's rural home and his church members have described him as a true church leader and a father figure to many.
Detectives at the Kasarani DCI (Directorate of Criminal Investigation) are investigating the death of Rachael Kanini, 31, and her fiancée of 10 years - Olujobi Gbenga, 41.
Opposition leaders have claimed that the government was unfairly targeting their supporters and any person who was critical of the Kenya Kwanza administration.
He presented himself at the EACC headquarters in Nairobi where he recorded statements about the education project that he presided over when he was governor.
Retired, lonely and shunned by her immediate family, the Thika granny whose remains were discovered months after she died had sank into a pit of depression.
Eight people, including the sons of the grandmother who died in mysterious circumstances nine months ago were lined up for questioning by homicide investigators.
Last week, investigators met some relatives at the DCI headquarters to record statements.
DCI boss Mohammed Amin, in a message posted on the DCI twitter handle, identified the motorbike as a red Boxer registration number KMGJ 350V.
The search for a pistol that was used to kill Makadara DCI officer David Mayaka continues, days after police arrested the man believed to be the prime suspect in the killing.
The decomposed remains of Leah Njeri were found at her home in Thika one month ago. Before she met her mysterious death, the woman was a retired teacher and businesswoman.
Police recover pistol believed to have been used in murder of Makadara DCI officer in a house in Kayole, Nairobi; one suspect shot dead.
Kilimani police boss Moss Ndiwa said police were called by a member of the public on Friday and informed that a vehicle had been left abandoned by the roadside in the estate.
Mercy Cherono was found dead in a hostel only four days after reporting for her studies. Her father, Bowen Kanda, said the death of his daughter has shocked his family.
Police say CCTV footage and data from the official's phone have provided them with crucial leads even as they search for his assailants.
Former Mungiki leader Maina Njenga allegedly abducted by unknown people in Kiambu town; his brother Njoroge Kamunya says he was pulled out of his vehicle.
Former Mungiki leader Maina Njenga says he has been released after being abducted by police officers on Saturday night.
A fourth woman, who was also on the list of the women who dealt with Maigo, was arrested on Monday in Nairobi and presented before a Nairobi court.
DCI boss Mohammed Amin, on Thursday released CCTV pictures of the woman said to be the prime suspect in the murder of Erick Maigo.
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