The Party of National Unity (PNU), Democratic Party (DP), and Democratic Empowerment Party (DEP) have rejected a merger proposal from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The proposal aimed to dissolve these parties into his newly formed Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), signaling potential divisions in efforts to unite the Mt Kenya region politically.

• The rejection by PNU, DP, and DEP leaders, including Peter Munya, Justin Muturi, and Lenny Kivuti, highlights resistance to a directive-based consolidation of political parties.
• Key figures involved: former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and the leaders of PNU, DP, and DEP.
• The leaders emphasized the need for dialogue and consensus, with Peter Munya stating Gachagua lacks the mandate to speak for all regional leaders and parties.