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Originally published by Capital Newstop
April 12, 2026
6h ago
Gachagua claims Ruto has ‘crossed red line’ over Akorino ‘summons’

Rigathi Gachagua accuses President Ruto of targeting Akorino community amid Kiambu land clashes, sparking fresh political tensions in Kenya...
✨ Key Highlights
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of "crossing the red line" by allegedly summoning members of the Akorino Church to State House and sanctioning police actions in Kiambu County.
- Gachagua claims these actions constitute targeted persecution and constitute "declaring war on our community."
- The accusations stem from events surrounding a disputed 58-acre parcel of land in Githunguri, Kiambu County, intended for an affordable housing project, which elders designate as a cultural shrine.
- Gachagua also lambasted Akorino members who allegedly attended the State House meeting, calling them "traitors" and alleging a bribe of "Sh100 million."
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