Gachagua’s Motorcade Attacked by Police Teargas During Rally in Kirinyaga — What It Means for Kenyan Politics
On Friday, January 9, 2026 , former Deputy President and leader of the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) , Rigathi Gachagua , was caught up in a violent confrontation involving police forces as he travelled in Kirinyaga County for a scheduled rally. Scenes of tear gas, panic, and political tension among supporters circulated across Kenyan media and social platforms, triggering widespread debate about political freedom, state authority, and the future trajectory of Kenya’s turbulent political landscape. What Happened Today: Police and Teargas at Sagana According to reports from Kenyans.co.ke and eyewitness accounts, Gachagua’s motorcade was intercepted by police at Sagana — roughly 34 kilometres from the intended destination of Kagio . During the encounter: Police deployed teargas at the convoy , leading to chaos among his supporters and other commuters on the highway. Some vehicles were reportedly damaged and there were scenes of confusion, though authorities have no...