Kindiki Denies links to Sunday’s Othaya church violence, tells off Gachagua
In a statement, Kindiki pointed out that the image being circulated on social media does not depict any officer or staff attached to him. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has vehemently denied any involvement in the chaos that erupted at a Nyeri ACK church service on Sunday, which was attended by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, refuting suggestions linking him to the violence.
- Kindiki stated that the image circulating on social media does not depict any officer or staff attached to him.
- He described attempts to associate him with the attack as a “desperate” effort to link him to criminal activity.
- Kindiki reiterated his longstanding stance against political violence and urged authorities to hold those responsible for organizing the violence accountable.
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Political Fallout and Denials Follow Attack on Rigathi Gachagua at Nyeri Church - January 2026
A political storm has followed an attack on former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua at Witima ACK Church in Othaya, Nyeri County, on Sunday. The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) condemned the teargassing of worshipers at the church on January 26, 2026, describing the police action as brutal and a flagrant violation of human rights. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki vehemently denied claims made by Rigathi Gachagua that one of his bodyguards was involved in the violence. Kindiki stated the individual in a circulated image is unknown to him and not part of his staff, accusing Gachagua of political targeting. He refuted any links to the chaos at the church service, which has sparked widespread condemnation from clergy and political leaders.
