Gachagua makes first church appearance weeks after Mwiki attack

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua/FILE

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is attending a church service in Ol Jorok, Nyandarua County, on April 27.

Gachagua is participating in the Sunday service at Boiman Ol Joro-Orok Catholic Church ahead of his scheduled interview with a Mt Kenya-based TV station later in the evening.

“On Sunday, 27th April 2025, we discuss matters of our Nation, our future, and our progress as a people and as Kenyans. Join me on Weru Television for a candid and truthful conversation,” Gachagua posted on his X account.

This is Gachagua’s second media interview in a month, following his April 8 interview with KTN, during which he made several allegations against the government.

Today's church service marks Gachagua’s first public church appearance since goons attacked a Sunday service in Mwiki two weeks ago (April 6), resulting in damage to several vehicles in his convoy.

Following the incident at PCEA Mwiki Church, Gachagua wrote a letter to Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, claiming that his life was in danger.

He cited a spate of attacks allegedly targeting his political meetings and church events in areas including Kiambu, Naivasha, and other parts of the country.

Nyandarua is considered one of Gachagua’s strongholds, with area Senator John Methu among his most loyal allies.

Methu has been one of the forefront critics of the Kenya Kwanza government and has defended Gachagua during public events.

Gachagua’s visit to Nyandarua comes three weeks after President William Ruto toured the region during a five-day Mt Kenya visit.

However, Ruto’s Mt Kenya brigade faced hostility during the Nyandarua leg of the tour on March 3, when a section of leaders was heckled by residents.