AFTER MWIKI ATTACK, GACHAGUA REEMERGES TO A HERO'S WELCOME IN NYANDARUA

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was on Sunday, April 27, treated to a rousing welcome by jubilant residents as he attended a church service at Boiman Ol Joro-Orok Catholic Church in Ol Jorok, Nyandarua County.

Hundreds of residents lined the main road, singing, dancing, and waving as they awaited his arrival. Women and youth led the celebrations, forcing Gachagua’s motorcade to stop as the enthusiastic crowd insisted on walking with him. Gachagua stepped out of his vehicle and walked nearly half a kilometre to the church compound, accompanied by cheers and songs of praise.

This marked Gachagua’s first public church appearance since the April 8 attack at PCEA Mwiki Church. Despite his removal from office in October 2024, his political influence across his Mt Kenya strongholds appears to be on the rise.

After the service, Gachagua announced that he would be appearing on Weru Television later in the evening for an exclusive interview.
"On Sunday, 27th April 2025, we discuss matters of our Nation, our future, and our progress as a people and as Kenyans. Join me on Weru Television for a candid and truthful conversation," he posted on his official X (formerly Twitter) account.

The interview marks his second media appearance this month, following his April 8 appearance on KTN where he made serious allegations against the government.

Following the Mwiki attack, Gachagua wrote to Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, claiming that his life was under threat. He alleged a series of coordinated attacks targeting his political meetings and church events in Kiambu, Naivasha, and other parts of the country.

Nyandarua remains one of Gachagua’s strongest political bases, with area Senator John Methu counted among his key allies.