Gachagua allies camp at Heathrow Airport ahead of UK tour
By Mabonga Makhanu, May 16, 2026Nyandarua senator John Methu and political analyst Fanya Mambo Kinuthia are camping at Heathrow Airport in the United Kingdom, awaiting the arrival of their party leader, Rigathi Gachagua, ahead of his tour to the United Kingdom.
In photos shared on social media on Saturday, May 16, 2026, ahead of the arrival of the Democracy for Citizens (DCP) leader, they were also joined by a section of Kenyans living in Britain, ready for a grand welcome.
“This morning at Heathrow International Airport, as we await the arrival of H.E. Rigathi Gachagua, EGH, with Kaba Methu, senator of Nyandarua, and the Kenyan community living in the UK,” Fanya Mambo said.
The two were part of the initial team that was sent by the DCP leader to make preparations for his landing.
They had initially been accompanied by former Kieni MP Kanini Kega, who was forced to return to the country immediately after landing after he received news of his mother’s demise.
The former Deputy President left Kenya on Friday, May 15, 2026, in the evening in the company of his spouse, Reverend Dorcas, for his journey to England.
Gachagua is set for a month-long tour in the diaspora to woo the community to back his bid and also raise funds to support his political endeavours, among them being funds for nominations.
He recently stated that he is eyeing Ksh2 billion from the diaspora community, where Ksh1 billion will be earmarked for party primaries, with the remainder being contributed by the aspirants themselves.
Gachagua’s US visit
He urged them to take part in the political process in the nation since they contribute heavily through diaspora remittances. He also promised them a wide range of incentives, including the abolition of double taxation on diaspora remittances, saying that should he take over power, this would be a thing of the past.
Gachagua’s goodies for diaspora community
Through his DCP party, he promised the diaspora community nomination slots to the National Assembly, Senate, and county assemblies, saying that their expertise is also needed back at home.
He also promised them ambassadorial posts, since, according to him, they are well versed in international affairs, which is essential on diplomatic issues.
After his tour to the United Kingdom, he will go back to the United States before returning to Kenya and concentrating on Ol Kalou by-election campaigns, among many other political issues.