Audio By VocalizeWiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka with DCP Leader Rigathi Gachagua at ACK Christ the King Church in Kahuro, Kiharu Constituency, Murang’a County on March 22, 2026. [Courtesy]Opposition leaders have called on President William Ruto to respect the independence of the church, accusing his government of intimidating religious institutions and silencing dissenting voices. Speaking during a church service in Kiharu Constituency, Murang'a County, the leaders urged the church to stand firm against what they described as political interference. He said the political climate had grown increasingly hostile, with verbal attacks giving way to outright intimidation targeting both opposition figures and the church. Wamalwa also warned against alleged plans to arrest opposition leaders, saying such moves would only deepen political tensions.

Source: Standard Digital March 22, 2026 14:38 UTC