Tension is high at Kamukunji Police Station as opposition leaders and lawyers demand the release of Mukuruwe-ini MP John Kaguchia, who remains in custody despite a High Court order for his release on police cash bail.

• The High Court ordered Kaguchia's release on a Sh100,000 police bail.
• Key figures involved include Mukuruwe-ini MP John Kaguchia, Kipipiri MP Wanjiku Muhia, and Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua.
• Opposition leaders accuse police of disobeying the court order and selectively enforcing the law against government critics.

A segment of residents in Nandi County has voiced strong disapproval of recent statements made by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. They deem his remarks as disrespectful towards President William Ruto and damaging to the office of the presidency.

• Residents supporting the Kenya Kwanza administration are the ones condemning the remarks.
• The key figure involved is former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
• The core issue is the perceived disrespect shown towards President William Ruto and the dignity of his office.

Leaders of the Democracy for the Citizen Party (DCP) in Nyeri County are demanding the immediate release of Mukurwe-ini MP John Kaguchia, who was arrested for alleged incitement remarks.

• DCP leaders described the arrest as unfair and politically motivated.
• Key figures involved include DCP party coordinator in Nyeri, Wanyaga Gathaka, and Nyeri Woman Rep Caroline Wairimu Waititu.
• The party warned of demonstrations if Kaguchia is not released within 24 hours, citing selective application of the law against opposition leaders.

Mukurweini MP John Kaguchia was on Tuesday arraigned at the Milimani Law Courts over alleged inciting remarks made during a political rally in Kieni, Nyeri County.

• The MP is facing a charge of offensive conduct, with his lawyers mounting a constitutional challenge against the charges, citing violations of his rights.
• Key figures present in solidarity included Nyeri Senator John Methu and Nyeri Woman Representative Jane Njeri Maina.
• The defence argued that the charge sheet lacked sufficient detail and that the arrest and subsequent detention violated Kaguchia's constitutional rights, including denial of access to legal counsel and alleged refusal to process police bail of Sh100,000.

Gatundu South MP Gabriel Kagombe has condemned what he calls "selective arrests" of political opponents by the government, warning of potential political fallout.

• Kagombe criticized the Kenya Kwanza government's use of security agencies to "harass political opponents," citing the recent detention of Mukurwe-ini MP John Kaguchia.
• He called for uniform application of the law, stating, "If we are serious about dealing with inflammatory utterances, then everyone should be treated equally."
• The MP warned that such actions could cost the government votes in future elections and misadvised the President.