Gachagua Alleges Police Disruption of Rallies as Kihika Threatens Lawsuit Against Senator - January 2026
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua accused the government of forming a special police squad to disrupt his political rallies, alleging the squad attacked his convoy in Kirinyaga County on Friday, January 9. Separately, speaking in Nyeri County, Gachagua called for an end to preferential treatment for marginalized areas in national school placements. Meanwhile, Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika has demanded a public apology and retraction from Nakuru Senator Tabitha Karanja over alleged false and defamatory remarks. Governor Kihika threatened to file a defamation lawsuit if the claims are not withdrawn within seven days.
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Gachagua Reveals Details of Special Police Squad Deployed to Disrupt His Campaigns
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused the government of forming a special police squad to disrupt his political rallies, alleging state capture of the National Police Service (NPS) by pro-government politicians. He claims this squad, operating outside the command of Inspector General Douglas Kanja, attacked his convoy in Kirinyaga County on Friday, January 9.
