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September 13, 2026
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Gachagua allies warn Ruto over Embu clashes

Gachagua allies warn Ruto over Embu clashes

Leaders allied with DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua have warned President William Ruto against what they described as a dangerous approach to political unrest...

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Allies of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua have issued a stern warning to President William Ruto regarding the handling of recent political unrest in Embu.

  • Allies allege police officers were involved in an attack at ACK Witima Church in Nyeri County on Sunday, September 13.
  • Nyandarua Senator John Methu defended Manyatta MP Gitonga Mukunji, who was linked to disruptions at a meeting attended by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki.
  • Leaders accuse the government of using the criminal justice system to deflect from governance failures and expressed strong support for Gachagua and the DCP.

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

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Gachagua links Embu violence to 2027 Mt Kenya succession battle
Gachagua links Embu violence to 2027 Mt Kenya succession battle

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