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HomeDaily NewsSunday, February 22, 2026Ruto Cautions Kiambu Leaders Over Githurai Demolitions; Murkomen Warns Gachagua, Denies Police Role in Kakamega Teargassing - February 2026
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Ruto Cautions Kiambu Leaders Over Githurai Demolitions; Murkomen Warns Gachagua, Denies Police Role in Kakamega Teargassing - February 2026

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has threatened to arrest leaders orchestrating chaos at political meetings, accusing them of seeking public sympathy. He specifically targeted former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. CS Murkomen denied police involvement in the teargassing incident at an ODM rally in Kakamega, attributing the accusations to politicians seeking to incite the public and blame law enforcement. President William Ruto issued a public caution to Kiambu County leaders, urging unity and an end to blame games, particularly following recent demolitions in Githurai.

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Ruto Fires Warning to Kiambu Leaders Amid Blame Game Over Githurai Demolitions

Ruto Fires Warning to Kiambu Leaders Amid Blame Game Over Githurai Demolitions

President William Ruto has issued a public caution to Kiambu County leaders, urging unity and an end to blame games, particularly following recent demolitions in Githurai.

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President William Ruto has issued a public caution to Kiambu County leaders, urging unity and an end to blame games, particularly following recent demolitions in Githurai.

  • The President specifically addressed the aftermath of demolitions affecting business stalls along the highway in Githurai.
  • Key individuals involved include President William Ruto, Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi, and Thika Member of Parliament Alice Nganga.
  • Despite calls for development, concerns were raised about compensating affected businesspeople, with suggestions for amounts like Ksh 20,000 or Ksh 10,000.
Sunday 12:43 PMCapital NewsFirst

CS Murkomen Denies Police Role in Kakamega Rally Teargassing, Warns Politicians Against Incitement

CS Murkomen Denies Police Role in Kakamega Rally Teargassing, Warns Politicians Against Incitement

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen denied police involvement in the teargassing incident at an ODM rally in Kakamega, attributing the accusations to politicians seeking to incite the public and blame law enforcement.

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Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen denied police involvement in the teargassing incident at an ODM rally in Kakamega, attributing the accusations to politicians seeking to incite the public and blame law enforcement.

  • CS Murkomen stated the National Police Service was not responsible for the teargas.
  • Investigations are underway by the Office of the Inspector General to identify the perpetrator.
  • Murkomen warned politicians against incitement and using youth for violence, vowing to deal firmly with such actions.
Sunday 2:22 PMKenyans

Murkomen Hits Back at Gachagua, Threatens Arrest of Some Leaders

Murkomen Hits Back at Gachagua, Threatens Arrest of Some Leaders

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has threatened to arrest leaders orchestrating chaos at political meetings, accusing them of seeking public sympathy. He specifically targeted former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

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Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has threatened to arrest leaders orchestrating chaos at political meetings, accusing them of seeking public sympathy. He specifically targeted former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

  • The Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, will lead investigations into disruptions.
  • Murkomen stated that security will be deployed to all political meetings to ensure peace and take action against disruptors.
  • This announcement follows the United Opposition's private legal action plans against police and MPs involved in the Witima ACK Church attack.
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