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December 4, 2025
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MCK Condemns Gachagua's Attack on Stephen Letoo

MCK Condemns Gachagua's Attack on Stephen Letoo

MCK noted that such attacks are concerning as the country nears the 2027 general elections, a period where media security is crucial...

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The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has condemned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for publicly attacking Citizen TV reporter Stephen Letoo, calling Gachagua's statements "reckless and dangerous." The MCK warned that singling out journalists by senior political figures could incite violence and endanger their lives, especially as Kenya approaches the 2027 general elections.

  • Gachagua, on December 3, labeled Letoo the worst journalist and accused him of bias, calling for his dismissal by Royal Media Services.
  • The incident followed Letoo's report on a clash involving teargas at a church attended by Gachagua.
  • The MCK reminded political actors that media freedom and journalists’ safety are enshrined in Article 34 of the Kenyan Constitution and urged law enforcement to protect media workers.

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