Murkomen Issues Orders to Police After Alleged Attack on Gachagua
The CS also reaffirmed the government's commitment to upholding democracy, which includes lawful assembly and freedom of worship...
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Following an alleged attack on former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in Othaya, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has ordered the police to investigate the incident. Gachagua claimed an assassination plot, accusing the government of sponsoring militia and police.
- Murkomen instructed पुलिस to expedite investigations into the violence at Witima ACK Church in Othaya, Nyeri County, emphasizing that attacks in places of worship are unacceptable.
- Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja confirmed that investigations have commenced, urging public calm.
- Gachagua, who later confirmed his safety at his Wamunyoro residence, alleged teargas was used inside the church and his vehicles were vandalized, leading him to cancel planned engagements in Othaya and Kiawara towns.
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Chaos and Investigation Following Gachagua's Church Visit in Othaya - January 2026
A church service in Othaya, Nyeri County, attended by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was disrupted by teargas, which caused panic and forced congregants to flee. Following the incident, Mr. Gachagua confirmed his safety, dispelling claims of abduction that had circulated. He claimed there was an assassination plot against him, accusing the government of sponsoring militia and police. In response to the alleged attack, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has ordered the police to conduct an investigation into the matter.
