Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has declared that monitoring the activities of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua will be one of his main priorities until the 2027 General Election, accusing him of posing a threat to national security and public order.
Speaking at Kaptilol Grounds in Kaptarakwa Ward, Elgeyo-Marakwet County, Murkomen said security agencies would closely monitor Gachagua’s movements and activities.
“Rigathi Gachagua, my business now until Kenya crosses 2027 safely is to monitor your activities in the Republic of Kenya. Hiyo kazi nitafanya usiku na mchana, you’re my single most point of focus because of the threat you’re posing as the father of violence,” Murkomen said.
He added that the government would act firmly against anyone found to be planning or inciting violence.
Accusations of Funding Violence
Murkomen further alleged that Gachagua had been collecting money from political aspirants, intimidating some of them, and using the funds to organize criminal gangs.
He also claimed the former Deputy President had been intimidating businesses that declined to support his political activities financially.
Murkomen did not provide evidence to support these allegations.
According to the Interior CS, security agencies are closely monitoring Gachagua’s activities.
“We know all your activities… We’re monitoring your activities every minute,” he said.
Vows to Act Within the Law
Responding to what he described as threats from Gachagua, Murkomen dismissed the remarks, insisting that any action taken against the former Deputy President would be undertaken in accordance with the law.
He said he would remain accommodating to law-abiding citizens but would take a hardline stance against individuals accused of planning violence.
Political Tensions Continue
Murkomen’s latest remarks further escalate the ongoing political feud between him and Gachagua, with both leaders repeatedly trading accusations over alleged sponsorship of violence, use of criminal gangs, and efforts to fuel political unrest ahead of the 2027 General Election.
The claims and counterclaims remain politically contested, and no court has determined the allegations made by either side.
