The Deputy President’s remarks come hours after Gachagua, who was teargassed inside the church sanctuary, claimed he was the target of an assassination attempt orchestrated by police officers. The Bigger Picture: This clash is not just about one church service; it is a battle for the political soul of the Mountain. With Gachagua sidelined but refusing to go quietly, and Kindiki moving to consolidate control, the region is becoming a theater of war. The desecration of a church for political battles crosses a red line in a deeply religious nation. The dust may have settled in Othaya, but the political teargas is just beginning to spread.

Source: Daily Nation January 26, 2026 20:52 UTC