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According to Gachagua, the public engagement exercise is giving him a chance to hear directly from residents, but he also wants guidance from Uhuru because of his experience in leadership.
Gachagua's remarks came a day after IEBC chairperson Erastus Ethekon cautioned that the by-election could be postponed or cancelled if the commission determines that conditions for a free, fair and peaceful election cannot be guaranteed.
Gachagua claimed journalists covering corruption, alleged abuse of the rule of law, and misuse of public resources were operating under constant intimidation
The Interior CS further accused Gachagua of misleading Kenyans through what he termed deceptive politics, arguing that the public was increasingly seeing through his actions.
Gachagua thanked young people, traders, and members of the public for responding to his appeal to stay away from the demonstrations, saying their actions helped prevent violence
Taking to his X account on Thursday, Gachagua launched a scathing attack on the Interior Cabinet Secretary, accusing him of failing to effectively address security concerns despite publicly stating that intelligence reports had identified plans by criminal groups to disrupt the commemorative events
Gachagua further claimed that individuals from outside certain regions could be deployed to spark disturbances, urging residents to remain alert and protect their communities.
Gachagua is also not challenging the recommendation that Parliament develops a clear legal framework to guide the impeachment of a Deputy President under Article 150 of the Constitution.
Gachagua argued that the vote showed clear alignment between leaders and the people who elected them, saying constituents would ultimately respond at the ballot.
Gachagua also cautioned that MPs who skip the vote would be seen as taking a position against the interests of ordinary citizens, arguing that absence in such a decision cannot be neutral
Kang'ata's remarks come days after he publicly declared support for the movement during a major rally held on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at Kivulini Grounds in Thika town, Kiambu County, marking his first public appearance under the Linda Mwananchi banner.
The Ol Kalou race is shaping up as one of the most closely watched mini polls, not only because of the contest between the two parties, but also because of its political weight in the Mt Kenya region, where Gachagua has repeatedly positioned himself as a key voice.