CS Kinyanjui slams Gachagua over call for US probe into Kenya’s leadership
The Cabinet Secretary questioned the motive behind the call, suggesting it was driven by personal vendetta rather than national interest.
The Cabinet Secretary questioned the motive behind the call, suggesting it was driven by personal vendetta rather than national interest.
Gachagua alleges that the police command has surrendered its authority to politicians close to President William Ruto, enabling gangs to operate with impunity across the country.
UDA Chairperson Cecily Mbarire, speaking after recording a statement at the station, said the party had received what it considers credible intelligence indicating plans to transport groups of youths into the constituency to instigate violence during the event.
In a statement released in on Thursday, Ruku accused the former Deputy President of spreading hate speech and engaging in political theatrics aimed at stirring emotions and misleading the public.
The exchange followed Gachagua’s letter to Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, in which he raised concerns about alleged threats to his safety ahead of the Mbeere North by-election. In the letter, he pointed to what he called imminent violence, citing widely circulated videos on social media and demanding swift police action.
Speaking during a press conference at Parliament Buildings on Monday, Kawanjiku accused Gachagua of running a campaign of intimidation against elected leaders from the region who refuse to align with him politically.
Kuria urged Gachagua to stop what he termed as public attacks against other leaders from the region, especially women leaders.
Mutai said the event was staged to send a political message but ended up falling flat because of timing and poor mobilization.
Murkomen challenged Gachagua to present evidence to the relevant authorities or record a formal statement with the police once he returns to Kenya
Magistrate Gideon Kiage ruled that there were no justifiable grounds to continue holding the accused, despite the seriousness of the charges brought against them.
Speaking during the event, Ruto dismissed the opposition’s push to unseat him, saying it is driven more by slogans than substance.
While addressing residents of Wote in Makueni Constituency on Saturday, June 14, 2025, during an Economic Empowerment initiative, Kindiki stood firm in his support for the president.