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Originally published by Capital Newstop
December 4, 2025
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MCK Condemns Gachagua’s Attack on Journalist Stephen Letoo
The media regulator asserted that such targeted attacks on individual journalists by senior political figures are utterly unacceptable and pose a direct threat to their safety and lives. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has strongly condemned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for his "reckless and dangerous attack" on Citizen TV journalist Stephen Letoo, alleging it undermines media freedom and endangers journalists.
- Gachagua publicly named Letoo on December 3, 2025, labelling him the "worst journalist" and demanding his dismissal by Royal Media Services.
- The MCK stated such targeted attacks by political figures are "utterly unacceptable" and constitute incitement, placing journalists in "grave personal danger."
- The Council highlighted the existing high-risk environment for journalists covering public events and urged law enforcement to protect media workers.
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