A politician just accused the president of using teargas on churchgoers. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua claims President William Ruto employs state security for intimidation after a chaotic church service in Kiambu County. Police reportedly deployed teargas near the AIPCA Kiamuoria Church, affecting women and children in the congregation. Gachagua apologized to those impacted and directly blamed Ruto for the violent tactic.
He questioned why police officers were present guarding vehicles allegedly used to disrupt his gathering. Gachagua warned the president that intimidation would backfire in the Mount Kenya region. He stated these actions only strengthen local resolve against the national leadership. The incident follows adviser Peter Mbae's earlier warnings about planned attacks using hired local youths.
Mbae alleged organizers funded goons to attack their own leaders from a safe distance. He shared images of metal barriers being welded to block roads during Gachagua's tour. This church confrontation adds to other recent attacks on the former deputy president. Gachagua's motorcade was previously blocked by rowdy youths in Nyeri and Kirinyaga County, forcing him to wear a helmet. He has criticized the police inspector general for allowing political manipulation of the service.
He questioned why police officers were present guarding vehicles allegedly used to disrupt his gathering. Gachagua warned the president that intimidation would backfire in the Mount Kenya region. He stated these actions only strengthen local resolve against the national leadership. The incident follows adviser Peter Mbae's earlier warnings about planned attacks using hired local youths.
Mbae alleged organizers funded goons to attack their own leaders from a safe distance. He shared images of metal barriers being welded to block roads during Gachagua's tour. This church confrontation adds to other recent attacks on the former deputy president. Gachagua's motorcade was previously blocked by rowdy youths in Nyeri and Kirinyaga County, forcing him to wear a helmet. He has criticized the police inspector general for allowing political manipulation of the service.
