Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua engaged in a public exchange of harsh words, escalating their political rivalry.

• Murkomen accused Gachagua of attempting political intimidation and sabotaging the security sector.
• Gachagua dared Murkomen to a "duel," stating he was unafraid of threats of arrest.
• This escalation follows previous clashes, with Murkomen labeling Gachagua "goon number one."

The Ol Kalou Parliamentary by-election is shaping up as a critical political battleground, serving as a potential preview for the 2027 general elections.

• The race features key contenders from rival political factions.
• The by-election is a high-stakes contest between President William Ruto's UDA party and former DP Rigathi Gachagua's DCP party.
• This election was triggered by the death of the former Jubilee party MP, David Kiaraho.