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Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has cautioned that any attempt to attack police stations, damage government property, or take part in coordinated violence will face strict legal action, stressing that such acts threaten national stability.
The watchdog agency confirmed that it has dispatched a Rapid Response Team to the area to begin investigations into the circumstances surrounding the shooting, in line with its legal mandate to probe deaths and injuries resulting from police action.
The governor said the county government had already begun addressing the issues raised by residents before the protests escalated. She noted that meetings held on April 7 and April 8 brought together hospital management, the facility board and other stakeholders.
Wa Muthende was declared the winner of the November 27, 2025 parliamentary by-election on a United Democratic Alliance (UDA) ticket, securing 15,802 votes against Newton Kariuki’s 15,308. Following the announcement, two election petitions were filed at the Embu High Court.
Former Muminji MCA Newton Kariuki, alias Karish, and former Evurore MCA Duncan Mbui tendered their resignations to vie for the Mbeere North Parliamentary seat.
In a ruling delivered by Justice Richard Mwongo, the court struck out Petition No. E001 of 2025 filed by voters Julieta Karigi Kithumbu and Patrick Gitonga Gichoni, citing non-compliance with the constitutional requirement to deposit security for costs at the time of filing.
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has been instructed to hand over all relevant election items, including ballot boxes, Kenya Integrated Electoral Management System kits, and ballot papers. These materials will be stored in a secured court facility, accessible only when all parties involved are present.
Chief Justice Martha Koome assigned the judge through Gazette Notice No. 17623 published on Friday, directing him to hear and determine the matter at the Embu High Court.
Ruku accused some leaders of pushing communities into conflict to protect their political interests. He said such behaviour had become tiresome to citizens who now want leaders to focus on service delivery rather than quarrels.
Kuria dismissed the idea that he had the power to swing the vote, noting he was the only politician from outside the constituency who joined Mbui’s campaign. He argued that the main challenger, Karish, had campaigned with the backing of well-known political figures and still fell short.
Over nine days, Kindiki held over 50 focused meetings alongside 17 public rallies, a relentless schedule that proved critical to UDA’s success.
Wamuthende assured that his leadership would be inclusive. “I have made a commitment not only to those who elected me but to all residents of Mbeere North. I will be there," he said. “Whichever choice they made, I am now the MP. I will discharge my duty without any discrimination."