In January 2026, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and his supporters faced a series of violent disruptions during religious services, most notably at Witima ACK Church in Othaya. Reports indicate that masked individuals and security forces deployed tear gas and live ammunition, forcing the politician to flee through thickets for safety. Gachagua has since alleged a state-sponsored assassination plot orchestrated by President William Ruto, while government officials have ordered investigations into the chaos. These incidents occur against a backdrop of intense political friction, as Gachagua popularizes his new Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) ahead of the 2027 elections. Meanwhile, disinformation campaigns involving fab ...