Top news items in major Kenyan media outlets

The following are news in Kenyan media outlets on Tuesday.

-- Kenya's crude oil could be priced higher than that produced by some Arab states as its grade ranks among the best in the world. This is according to preliminary tests carried by the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum and the companies that have been exploring oil in Turkana.

According to officials, preliminary oil tests by government show it has low sulphur content and density, which means is sweet and light. The two -- density and sulphur content -- are among the key quality measures for crude oil. (The Standard)

-- Kenya and the Seychelles have agreed to combat illegal fishing in Indian Ocean, which borders the two countries. Speaking in Nairobi after holding bilateral talks, Seychelles President Danny Faure and his host Uhuru Kenyatta agreed to support best fishing practices and share intelligence on maritime security. (Daily Nation)

-- Kenyan motorists will from next month use the new digital driving licences to pay instant traffic fines. The licences will come with a payment wallet from where motorists will draw funds to pay instant fines in the event they are arrested for minor traffic offences. (Business Daily)

-- The electoral body has objected a move by Opposition National Super Alliance (NASA) to set up a parallel tallying centre for the August General Election, terming it illegal. (People Daily)

-- Opposition leader Raila Odinga sets up his presidential campaign team, six of who consist of governors, and all were gifted on Monday with direct nominations. Enditem