Peter Munya, Party of National Unity (PNU) leader, has branded Rigathi Gachagua a 'bully,' citing his alleged dictatorial leadership tendencies and disrespectful language as detrimental to Opposition unity.

• Munya accused Gachagua of intimidating leaders and treating regions like Meru as 'children'.
• Key figures involved include Peter Munya and Rigathi Gachagua, with criticism also coming from Kitutu Chache South MP Anthony Kibagendi.
• The rift deepens ahead of the 2027 General Election, following recent disputes over party mergers and by-election performance.

Members of Parliament have voiced grave concerns over a surge in ethnic profiling and inflammatory political rhetoric, warning it could jeopardize national unity and the 2027 General Election.

• Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle called for restraint from political leaders and enforcement of laws against incitement.
• Lamu East MP Ruweida Mohamed questioned the effectiveness of the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) in addressing these issues.
• North Imenti MP Rahim Dawood shared a personal experience of being subjected to ethnic profiling based on his Indian heritage.

Peter Munya, Party of National Unity (PNU) leader, has strongly criticized former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of using "bully" tactics that threaten opposition unity ahead of the 2027 General Election.

• Munya described Gachagua as a "bully" and accused him of using inflammatory language and intimidating fellow politicians.
• Key individuals involved are Peter Munya and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
• The dispute highlights growing differences within the opposition as parties attempt to form a united front, with Munya emphasizing the need for mutual respect among leaders from regions like Mt Kenya.

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has strongly refuted allegations by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua regarding the diversion of eCitizen funds and dismissed claims of Gachagua's supposed influence as a 'Rift Valley Kingpin'.

• Murkomen accused Gachagua of using divisive rhetoric, ethnic jingoism, and incitement to pressure politicians into joining his party.
• The Interior Cabinet Secretary stated that Gachagua's recent public remarks have been troubling and laced with vitriol and lies.
• Murkomen believes Gachagua is attempting to shift attention from alleged questionable dealings by his associates.