Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has refuted accusations of sponsoring violence amidst **protests** over the death of blogger and teacher Albert Ojwang, blaming political opponents for the claims.

• Protests occurred in Nairobi's CBD last Tuesday.
• Johnson Sakaja asserted he has never engaged in violence, labeling allegations against him as “false, malicious and politically motivated.”
• He warned Nairobians against being deceived by "rogue politicians" who seek to exploit the situation for personal gain.

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua accused President William Ruto of politicizing the church to suppress dissent, alleging systematic transfers of clergy who are supportive of him.

• Gachagua claims that church leaders who associate with him face instant transfers, labelling it a form of dictatorship.
• The allegations include pressure on an archdeacon and a bishop after welcoming him, undermining his political standing in Central Kenya.
• He stressed that "the church belongs to God, not to any one individual or political office," vowing to continue attending services.

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has warned against violence ahead of planned protests on June 25, promising security for peaceful demonstrators. He has distanced himself from recent attacks on protesters and condemned the actions of those infiltrating the protests.

• Johnson Sakaja communicated with the regional commander of the National Police Service (NPS) to ensure the safety of protesters.
• Sakaja reaffirmed his commitment to the rights of peaceful protest, emphasizing a history of supporting demonstrators.
• During previous protests, there were claims of thugs being sponsored to disrupt events, allegations that Sakaja strongly denies.