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Murkomen brands Gachagua "father of violence"
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has publicly labeled former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua as the "father of violence" in a heated exchange that has escalated their political rivalry. Gachagua has dismissed claims of government intimidation, asserting that the opposition will unveil its presidential candidate for 2027. The Ol Kalou Parliamentary by-election has become a proxy battle for political supremacy in Mount Kenya, pitting President William Ruto's UDA party against Gachagua's DCP party. This by-election is shaping up as a critical political battleground, serving as a potential preview for the 2027 general elections.
Opposition warns Kenya is sliding into anarchy amid rising political violence
Opposition leaders have issued a stark warning, stating that Kenya is descending into anarchy due to a surge in political violence, abductions, and the reported use of armed gangs against government critics. Several people were injured when unidentified individuals attacked a Linda Mwananchi convoy in Keumbu, Nyaribari Chache, Kisii County on July 3, 2026, with the attack occurring in the presence of police, raising concerns about alleged state backing of political hooliganism. Makadara MP George Aladwa has defended Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo amidst criticism over remarks on abductions, urging against political interference in national security matters.
Wetangula, Duale rally western Kenya to back Ruto's 2027 re-election bid
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula and Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale are rallying the Luhya community in western Kenya to support President William Ruto's re-election bid in 2027. Wetangula urged residents of Western Kenya to back Ruto, highlighting the government's development initiatives as a key reason for this endorsement. Meanwhile, Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku is urging unity within the Mt Kenya East region, emphasizing its political strength lies in supporting President Ruto and Deputy President Kithure Kindiki's re-election bid.
