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September 13, 2026
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Police: Officers at Manyatta MP Mukunji's home 'were on patrol'

Police: Officers at Manyatta MP Mukunji's home 'were on patrol'

Regional police boss denies claims of an attempt to arrest the MP...

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Manyatta MP Gitonga Mukunji accused police of laying siege to his home, claiming it was retaliation for violence at a meeting attended by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki. Police, however, stated officers were on routine patrol.

  • Uniformed and plainclothes officers were present at the MP's home in Mutunduri from 6am on Sunday, September 13, 2026.
  • The incident occurred the day after violence disrupted a meeting presided over by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki in Nembure, Embu County, which resulted in one death and torched vehicles.
  • Eastern Regional Police Commander Stephen Chebet denied seeking the MP, stating patrols were for peace maintenance, but indicated the MP would be questioned if linked to the violence.

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Police Raid Manyatta MP Mukunji's Home After Nembure Violence - September 2026

Police raided the home of Manyatta MP John Gitonga Mukunji in Embu County following deadly violence at a UDA meeting in Nembure Stadium. MP Mukunji accused police of laying siege to his home, claiming it was retaliation for violence at a meeting attended by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki. Police stated officers were on routine patrol. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has linked the violence at the political meeting in Embu to a brewing succession battle for the Mt Kenya region's political leadership ahead of the 2027 General Election. Allies of Deputy President Gachagua issued a stern warning to President William Ruto regarding the handling of the recent political unrest in Embu.

Police raid Manyatta MP Mukunji's home after Nembure violence
Police raid Manyatta MP Mukunji's home after Nembure violence

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Gachagua links Embu violence to 2027 Mt Kenya succession battle

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