By Elvis Lagat
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has issued a stern warning to politicians allegedly funding thugs to disrupt public meetings and church services, following a violent disturbance at a church event attended by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Murkomen confirmed that the government has gathered reliable intelligence indicating that some politicians are backing hooligans in preparation for the 2027 General Election and vowed that those responsible would be held accountable.
The incident occurred on Sunday during a church service at Mwiki, Nairobi, where a group of thugs disrupted the event, causing injuries and damaging four vehicles. The disturbance, which was linked to Gachagua’s visit, led to chaos and prompted an immediate police response.
Murkomen assured the public that authorities were actively investigating the situation. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) reported the seizure of ten motorcycles connected to the incident, which saw more than 100 motorcyclists arrive at the church from Kangundo Road, trailing the former Deputy President’s convoy. The riders reportedly caused a disturbance inside the church, demanding money from the politicians present.
“We have trustworthy information that certain politicians are backing these thugs. We are coming for you,” Murkomen said during his remarks, emphasizing the government's commitment to identifying and prosecuting those behind these acts.
In a separate statement from Mombasa, Murkomen also addressed the issue of armed criminal groups terrorizing local communities. He warned that the government would take a firm stand against such groups, reinforcing that the rule of law must prevail.
“We have solid intelligence, we are closing in on these criminals. This nation must be governed by the rule of law,” Murkomen asserted.
The Cabinet Secretary denied any government involvement in the Sunday altercation, despite claims from the opposition that the incident was linked to the administration. He also dismissed accusations of government ties to criminal groups like the banned Mungiki sect, maintaining that the government does not support criminal activities and will not tolerate lawlessness.
Local police responded to the church disturbance after hearing gunshots, which were later confirmed to have been fired by security personnel assigned to protect the leaders, as well as legally licensed civilian gun owners. The shots were fired in defense of the church property and to protect against the unruly group, who had damaged cars and caused chaos inside the church.
Authorities clarified that the church had failed to notify the police about the event, which included political figures, meaning no preemptive security arrangements were made to handle the situation. As a result, the police were forced to react swiftly when the situation escalated.
The Mwiki Police Station has since detained several individuals and recovered 10 abandoned motorcycles. Investigations are ongoing, and law enforcement is under pressure to ensure that those behind the violence are brought to justice.
This incident marks the second time in recent months that Gachagua's events have been targeted by disruptors, drawing widespread condemnation from various political factions. As authorities continue their investigations, the public and political leaders are calling for decisive action to curb the rising incidents of violence and disruption at political and public gatherings.
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