Gachagua Defends Uhuru as Convoy Attacked in Nakuru - August 2026

Chaos erupted when a convoy carrying Rigathi Gachagua, former Deputy President, was attacked with stones and vandalized in Kaptembwo, Nakuru West Sub County during his tour of the area. Gachagua slammed President Ruto and defended former President Uhuru Kenyatta during the incident. The leader of the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) also dismissed President Ruto's assertion that his coalition must win the 2027 General Election, labeling it wishful thinking. This violence occurred as the opposition funding row between Ruto and Uhuru continues to escalate.