Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Tuesday accused the county and national governments of presiding over the decay of Nairobi, warning that the country risked sliding into anarchy ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Speaking after a meeting with Inspector-General of Police Douglas Kanja, Mr Gachagua claimed criminal gangs were operating in the city with police protection, turning Nairobi into what he described as a “stench” despite its global reputation.
“We shall not keep quiet as goons under police supervision wreak havoc in the city and among Kenyans,” Mr Gachagua said, adding that leaders had a duty to confront impunity openly.
He said he later addressed traders at Wakulima Market, where he briefed them on discussions with the police chief and urged Kenyans to resist lawlessness and state failure.
“As a people, we shall not watch our nation descend into anarchy. We will call out impunity by its name and meet it head-on ahead of the August 10, 2027 polls,” he said.
Mr Gachagua was accompanied by opposition figures including Martha Karua, Kalonzo Musyoka, Eugene Wamalwa, Cleophas Malalah and JB Muturi, describing their presence as a show of solidarity against what he termed a despotic regime.
In a thinly veiled attack on President William Ruto’s administration, Mr Gachagua said the slogan “WANTAM” was not an option for Kenyans, insisting the government would be removed after one term.
“It will be one term, round one, and one way,” he said, drawing cheers from supporters.
