Gachagua greeted with cheers and dance as he attends church service in Nyandarua

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in Nyandarua on April 27, 2025. PHOTO/Screengrab.

There were ululations, songs, and dance in Ol Jorok, Nyandarua County, as residents warmly welcomed former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for a Sunday church service on April 27.

Gachagua, making his first church appearance since the April 8 Mwiki attack, was met by hundreds of jubilant residents lining the main road.

Women and young people led the celebrations, waving and singing as they escorted him to Boiman Ol Joro-Orok Catholic Church for worship.

In a video shared online, women could be heard chanting songs of praise while dancing alongside Gachagua.

His motorcade was forced to stop as residents insisted on walking with him, prompting Gachagua to step out of his car and walk nearly half a kilometre into the church compound.

Despite his ouster as Deputy President in October 2024, Gachagua’s influence across his Mt Kenya backyard appears to be steadily growing.

Gachagua participated in the Sunday service at Boiman Ol Joro-Orok Catholic Church ahead of his scheduled interview with a Mt Kenya-based TV station later that 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 marks Gachagua’s second media interview this month, following his April 8 appearance on KTN, during which he made several allegations against the government.

 Following the attack at PCEA Mwiki Church, Gachagua wrote a letter to Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, claiming 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.