Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has condemned attacks on places of worship, describing such acts as criminal and harmful to Kenya’s democracy.

In a statement shared on X on Sunday, January 25, 2026, Kindiki said violence in any form, whether politically motivated or for personal gain, undermines the country’s democratic principles and violates citizens’ rights.

“Violence, whether organised by political opponents, by self for sympathy, or by whoever for whatever purpose, is a criminal act that undermines our democracy and violates the freedom of assembly and of worship guaranteed by law,” Kindiki said.

He urged authorities to conduct an impartial investigation into the attacks, emphasising that holding perpetrators accountable is crucial for preventing future violence in religious spaces.

“An impartial, non-politicised investigation of the planners, executors and enablers of this aggression on a place of worship, followed by successful prosecution, is the only way to prevent this behaviour from replacing the democratic contest for leadership based on superior principles, ideas and programmes for taking Kenya forward,” he added.

Kindiki’s remarks comes amind growing concerns over political interference and the safety of worshippers, particularly in the lead-up to the 2027 election season.

Kindiki called on law enforcement agencies to act swiftly and without bias, ensuring that attacks on churches or other public spaces are treated as serious criminal offences.

The Deputy President also reminded Kenyans that democratic leadership should be achieved through debate, ideas, and programmes, not through fear or violence.

Gachagua flee through the fence after a chaotic church disruption

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and several clergy were forced to flee through a fence on Sunday, January 25, 2026, after chaos erupted during a church service in Othaya, Nyeri County.

The incident occurred at Witima ACK Church, where worship was disrupted following the arrival of police officers and groups described by witnesses as goons, triggering panic among congregants.

The situation quickly escalated, forcing church leaders to hurriedly evacuate Gachagua and senior clergy to prevent further confrontation.