Rigathi Gachagua, leader of the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), faced a chaotic scene in Kikuyu on Saturday when police fired teargas at his rally, leading to several injuries.

• At least one person was seriously injured after being stabbed during the commotion.
• The incident involved Rigathi Gachagua and police officers.
• Panic ensued when an unidentified individual released bees into the rally, exacerbating the standoff.

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has strongly condemned disrespectful remarks and political infighting at funerals, stating they violate Kenyan culture and offend grieving families. This condemnation comes in the wake of remarks made by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

• The controversy arose during the funeral service of MP David Kiaraho in Ol Kalou.
• Several Governors, including Anne Waiguru of Kirinyaga, criticized Gachagua for allegedly 'lecturing' and belittling President William Ruto.
• Governors expressed commitment to supporting President Ruto's re-election and emphasized that the Mt. Kenya region will remain within the government.

Police used teargas to disperse crowds who had barricaded key roads in Kikuyu on Saturday morning, disrupting traffic ahead of a political rally organised by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

• The unrest occurred along the Nairobi–Southern Bypass corridor, with roadblocks causing several hours of traffic gridlock.
• Key figures involved include former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Kikuyu Member of Parliament Kimani Ichung’wah, amidst rising political friction.
• The disturbances, which included bonfires and stone-throwing, were reported shortly before a planned rally, with Gachagua having previously raised security concerns.

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua defied police orders and addressed supporters in Kikuyu Town on Saturday amid teargas and clashes. The event was marked by running battles between security officers and youths.

• Gachagua accused the government of sponsoring violence to disrupt his rally.
• Key figures involved included Rigathi Gachagua, opposition leaders like Kalonzo Musyoka, and Kikuyu Member of Parliament Kimani Ichung’wah.
• The clashes occurred hours after early morning chaos on Nairobi’s Southern Bypass, where suspected gangs barricaded the road.