Former Deputy President (DP) Rigathi Gachagua has alleged that a nominated female senator was behind the attack that led to the death of musician Rachel Wandeto, who was allegedly set ablaze in Mwiki. Speaking on August 6, Gachagua claimed that Wandeto was killed to conceal information, although he did not specify what that information was.
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has announced that he, together with his co-principals from the Mount Kenya region, will form a coalition ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking to several aspirants from Nakuru at his Wamunyoro home on Thursday, August 6, 2026, the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader said he would hold