Isiolo Governor Guyo Refutes Banditry Allegations by Gachagua - August 2026

Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo has strongly refuted allegations of banditry and livestock theft made by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Guyo asserts these claims are being used as a tactic to politically intimidate leaders and influence voters in Isiolo. Leaders in Isiolo are expressing deep concern over an escalating security crisis, attributing the rise in banditry to perceived government inaction. At the same time, leaders from Kenya Kwanza have officially declared their support for Dr. Susan Nakhumicha in her bid for Trans Nzoia governor position.