Gachagua warns of more anarchy, blames rising police brutality ahead of 2027 polls
By Ndiritu Wanjiru, June 15, 2026Former Deputy President and Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) party leader Rigathi Gachagua has warned that the country risks sliding into anarchy if police continue disrupting opposition meetings and engaging in what he termed heavy-handed tactics against political rivals.
Speaking during an interview with media houses from the Western region on Sunday, June 14, 2026, Gachagua criticised the police for allegedly disrupting meetings organised by the United Alternative Government coalition during its recent tours of the Western region.
The former deputy president said the actions of security agencies were undermining democratic freedoms and could fuel political tensions as the country heads towards the next general election.
“Niseme hili ni jambo la kukera sana na ni jambo ambalo linaweza kuleta vurugu tukielekea uchaguzi kwa sababu itafika mahali wananchi wakatae hiyo maneno na wachukue hatua mikononi mwao, na wakifanya namna hiyo kutakuwa na anarchy,” Gachagua said.
Gachagua slams Wetang’ula
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has further accused National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula of using police officers to disrupt meetings organised by the United Alternative Government coalition in the Western region.
He argued that continued interference with opposition activities, coupled with allegations of police brutality, could push frustrated citizens to take matters into their own hands, creating a dangerous environment for the country.
Gachagua maintained that all political players should be allowed to hold meetings and engage with wananchi freely without intimidation or disruption by state agencies. He warned that the shrinking of democratic space could heighten political temperatures and threaten national stability.
The former deputy president called on the government to respect constitutional rights, including freedom of assembly and expression, and urged security agencies to remain impartial in the management of political activities.
His remarks come amid growing concerns from opposition leaders over what they describe as increased police interference in their public engagements across various parts of the country. Gachagua insisted that safeguarding democratic freedoms would be crucial in ensuring a peaceful and credible electoral process.