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HomeDaily NewsFriday, July 17, 2026Gachagua Claims 68 Women Raped by Police in Ol Kalou Chaos - July 2026
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Gachagua Claims 68 Women Raped by Police in Ol Kalou Chaos - July 2026

Rigathi Gachagua, leader of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), has accused police of rape and violence during the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election in Nyandarua County, claiming 68 women were raped. The by-election was marred by widespread voter bribery and violence, with reports of masked men, chaos, and tear gas disrupting the electoral process. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) officially denied any involvement with masked and hooded men observed patrolling Ol Kalou during the mini-polls. Gachagua blamed Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja and the IEBC for the chaotic incidents, accusing the government of using police to unfairly influence the election. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen subsequently ordered a thorough investigation into alleged violence, stressing that anyone found responsible would face arrest.

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Friday 12:40 PMStandard Politics

Gachagua claims 68 women raped by police in Ol Kalou chaos

Gachagua claims 68 women raped by police in Ol Kalou chaos

Rigathi Gachagua, Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader, has accused police of rape and violence during the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election in Nyandarua County.

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Rigathi Gachagua, Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader, has accused police of rape and violence during the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election in Nyandarua County.

  • 68 women allegedly raped by police officers.
  • DCP candidate Sammy Kamau won the by-election, defeating UDA candidate Samuel Muchina.
  • Gachagua also claimed one person was killed and 20 injured, alleging Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen orchestrated the chaos with state-sponsored violence and bribery totaling an estimated Sh1.1 billion in cash.
Thursday 6:30 PMThe Star (Youtube)First

Interior CS Murkomen orders probe into Ol Kalou by-election violence

Kenya's Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has ordered a thorough investigation into alleged violence during the Ol Kalou by-election. He stressed that anyone found responsible for causing disruptions would face arrest.

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Kenya's Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has ordered a thorough investigation into alleged violence during the Ol Kalou by-election. He stressed that anyone found responsible for causing disruptions would face arrest.

  • Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen has mandated a full inquiry.
  • The investigation targets individuals accused of causing "havoc" in Ol Kalou.
  • The directive emphasizes swift apprehension of those found culpable.
Thursday 7:24 PMCitizen TV (Youtube)

Gachagua alaumu polisi na IEBC kwa vurugu Ol Kalou

Gachagua alaumu polisi na IEBC kwa vurugu Ol Kalou

Gachagua alaumu polisi na IEBC kwa vurugu Ol Kalou

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused the Kenyan Police Service and the IEBC of mishandling the Ol Kalou mini-election, alleging misuse of resources to instigate chaos.

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Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused the Kenyan Police Service and the IEBC of mishandling the Ol Kalou mini-election, alleging misuse of resources to instigate chaos.

  • Rigathi Gachagua blames police for instigating violence during the Ol Kalou mini-election.
  • The Kenyan Police Service and the IEBC are named as responsible parties.
  • The accusations were made from his home in Wamunyoro, Nyeri County.
Thursday 9:29 PMCitizen TV (Youtube)

Gachagua blames IG Kanja, IEBC over Ol Kalou poll chaos

Gachagua blames IG Kanja, IEBC over Ol Kalou poll chaos

Gachagua blames IG Kanja, IEBC over Ol Kalou poll chaos

Democracy for the Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has blamed Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja and the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) for the chaotic incidents that disrupted voting in Ol Kalou.

Key Highlights

Democracy for the Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has blamed Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja and the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) for the chaotic incidents that disrupted voting in Ol Kalou.

  • Gachagua alleges that police officers were used to intimidate voters during the polls.
  • The accusations stem from disturbances reported in Ol Kalou on today.
  • The article details the specific claims made by Gachagua regarding the role of IG Kanja and the IEBC in the chaos.
Thursday 9:30 PMKTN News (Youtube)

Gachagua Accuses IEBC of Failing to Protect Ol Kalou By-Election Integrity

Gachagua Accuses IEBC of Failing to Protect Ol Kalou By-Election Integrity

Gachagua Accuses IEBC of Failing to Protect Ol Kalou By-Election Integrity

Friday 12:00 AMStandard Politics

IEBC distances self from masked, hooded men patrolling Ol Kalou during mini-polls

IEBC distances self from masked, hooded men patrolling Ol Kalou during mini-polls

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has officially denied any involvement with masked and hooded men observed patrolling Ol Kalou during the ongoing mini-polls.

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The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has officially denied any involvement with masked and hooded men observed patrolling Ol Kalou during the ongoing mini-polls.

  • The IEBC stated it has no connection to the individuals seen firing into the air from unmarked vehicles.
  • Key figure involved: IEBC Commissioner Hassan Noor Hassan, who responded to media inquiries.
  • A notable detail is that these unidentified men were reportedly seen firing into the air.
Friday 12:00 AMStandard Politics

Gachagua accuses government of using police to sabotage Ol Kalou by-election

Gachagua accuses government of using police to sabotage Ol Kalou by-election

Democracy Party of Kenya (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has accused the government of using police to unfairly influence the Ol Kalou by-election.

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Democracy Party of Kenya (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has accused the government of using police to unfairly influence the Ol Kalou by-election.

  • Gachagua alleges the deployment of 2,000 police officers to Ol Kalou is intended to manipulate the election results rather than ensure security.
  • The key figure involved is Rigathi Gachagua, leader of the Democracy Party of Kenya (DCP).
  • This action, Gachagua claims, could severely damage public trust in Kenya's electoral institutions.
Friday 8:00 AMStandard Politics

Voter bribery, goonism define Ol Kalou mini-poll

Voter bribery, goonism define Ol Kalou mini-poll

The Ol Kalou mini-poll was marred by widespread voter bribery and violence, with reports of masked men, chaos, and tear gas disrupting the electoral process.

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Key Highlights

The Ol Kalou mini-poll was marred by widespread voter bribery and violence, with reports of masked men, chaos, and tear gas disrupting the electoral process.

  • Reports indicate political operatives were seen distributing money directly outside polling stations and within voting queues.
  • The incident involved parliamentary candidates and a significant electorate across 144 polling stations.
  • Incidents of "goonism" and violence underscored the high-stakes nature of the by-election in the typically peaceful Ol Kalou constituency.
Friday 11:30 AMCitizen TV (Youtube)

Gachagua: It is finished, Mr. President; Kenyans won't vote for this rogue administration again

Gachagua: It is finished, Mr. President; Kenyans won't vote for this rogue administration again

Gachagua: It is finished, Mr. President; Kenyans won't vote for this rogue administration again

Kenyan Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has declared that the current administration's time in office is over, stating that citizens will reject them in future elections.

Key Highlights

Kenyan Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has declared that the current administration's time in office is over, stating that citizens will reject them in future elections.

  • The core message is the Deputy President's assertion that the administration will not be re-elected.
  • Key figure: Rigathi Gachagua, Deputy President.
  • Gachagua's strong statement, "It is finished, it is over, Mr. President," highlights a significant rift or public sentiment.
Friday 11:45 AMCitizen TV (Youtube)

Rigathi Gachagua: William Ruto, Today marks the beginning of your retreat and it ends with one term

Rigathi Gachagua: William Ruto, Today marks the beginning of your retreat and it ends with one term

Rigathi Gachagua: William Ruto, Today marks the beginning of your retreat and it ends with one term

Friday 12:17 PMKTN News (Youtube)

“You will be voted out”: DCP’s Rigathi Gachagua tells Mt Kenya ‘traitors’

“You will be voted out”: DCP’s Rigathi Gachagua tells Mt Kenya ‘traitors’

“You will be voted out”: DCP’s Rigathi Gachagua tells Mt Kenya ‘traitors’

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