Leaders of the Democratic Party, PNU, and DEP have rejected a call by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to dissolve their parties and join the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP).

• The leaders stated that Gachagua lacks the authority to dictate the future of other political parties.
• Justin Muturi (Democratic Party), Peter Munya (PNU), and Lenny Kivuti (DEP) emphasized that party decisions are made by lawful organs.
• They accused Gachagua of hypocrisy for urging dissolution while engaging with UDA leaders and called for structured dialogue based on mutual respect.