Rigathi Gachagua, leader of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), has criticized Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen for downplaying reports of Jubaland forces in Mandera County. Gachagua asserts that the government needs to take immediate action to secure Mandera residents, highlighting alleged attacks.

• Gachagua claims Jubaland forces have killed 5 people and injured 7 others, leading to the closure of a school in Mandera.
• Gachagua questions why CS Murkomen disputes the presence of the forces, when Mandera Governor Adan Khalif has acknowledged their presence.
• CS Murkomen stated on September 4, 2025, that the government is investigating reports of people fleeing from neighboring countries to Kenya and will address any criminal elements.