Police raided the home of Manyatta MP John Gitonga Mukunji in Embu County following deadly violence at a UDA meeting in Nembure Stadium.

• At least one person died and scores were injured during the clashes.
• The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has arrested two suspects and warned against lawlessness.
• Former DP Rigathi Gachagua alleged threats against Mukunji and accused Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and Governor Cecily Mbarire of wrongdoing.

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has linked recent violence at a political meeting in Embu to a brewing succession battle for the Mt Kenya region's political leadership ahead of the 2027 General Election.

• The incident at Nembure Stadium resulted in one death, several injuries, and the torching of six vehicles.
• Gachagua accused the Kenya Kwanza administration of attempting to establish Deputy President Kithure Kindiki as the region's political point person.
• Gachagua also criticized the government's alleged focus on political mobilization over development and spoke from the United States about alleged "state capture" by President Ruto.

Allies of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua have issued a stern warning to President William Ruto regarding the handling of recent political unrest in Embu.

• Allies allege police officers were involved in an attack at ACK Witima Church in Nyeri County on Sunday, September 13.
• Nyandarua Senator John Methu defended Manyatta MP Gitonga Mukunji, who was linked to disruptions at a meeting attended by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki.
• Leaders accuse the government of using the criminal justice system to deflect from governance failures and expressed strong support for Gachagua and the DCP.

Manyatta MP Gitonga Mukunji accused police of laying siege to his home, claiming it was retaliation for violence at a meeting attended by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki. Police, however, stated officers were on routine patrol.

• Uniformed and plainclothes officers were present at the MP's home in Mutunduri from 6am on Sunday, September 13, 2026.
• The incident occurred the day after violence disrupted a meeting presided over by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki in Nembure, Embu County, which resulted in one death and torched vehicles.
• Eastern Regional Police Commander Stephen Chebet denied seeking the MP, stating patrols were for peace maintenance, but indicated the MP would be questioned if linked to the violence.