Opposition warns country risks sliding into anarchy over political violence
The United Opposition leaders on Sunday warned that the country could slide into anarchy if the government fails to contain political violence...
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Kenya's United Opposition leaders have issued a stark warning that the country could descend into anarchy if the government fails to control political violence.
- Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua threatened civil war if any opposition leader is killed, stating Kenyans would "forcibly eject" President William Ruto from State House.
- Leaders including Rigathi Gachagua and Fred Matiang'i of the Jubilee Party addressed gatherings in Kajiado County.
- The opposition emphasized that their primary plan is to remove President Ruto through the ballot, urging Kenyans to register as voters.
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Opposition Warns Country Risks Sliding Into Anarchy Over Political Violence - April 2026
Kenya's United Opposition leaders have issued a stark warning that the country could descend into anarchy if the government fails to control political violence. National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula and Catholic Bishop Emeritus Maurice Crowley have voiced strong concerns regarding the escalating trend of political violence and the hiring of goons to disrupt public rallies, warning this culture poses a significant threat to Kenya's democratic space. Political analyst Barrack Muluka asserts that Kenya's constitution is merely cosmetic, describing the nation as being in the hands of goons.
