Gachagua's DCP forms vetting committee for defectors, sets entry conditions
Party says it has received 816 defection requests, including from CSs...
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The Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) has established a seven-member vetting committee to manage the influx of defectors, particularly from President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA). This decision stems from internal disagreements within the DCP regarding the admission of new members.
- The committee, chaired by secretary-general designate John Methu, includes prominent figures like Murang’a Senator Joe Nyutu and Kiambu Senator Karungo Thang’wa.
- The DCP has reportedly received 816 defection requests, including from high-ranking government officials.
- A key condition for vetting is a public declaration by defectors that they will not contest in the 2027 General Election on parties associated with President Ruto.
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