NAIROBI, Kenya Jan 29 – The Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) has notified the Inspector General of Police that its leadership, together with other United Opposition leaders, will visit Jogoo House on Friday to raise concerns over “repeated attacks and harassment” against opposition figures and their supporters.
The notification to the Inspector General Doughlas Kanja was made by the party’s Deputy Leader Cleophas Malalah.
The planned meeting comes after a string of violent incidents across the country, including ambushes, teargas attacks, and destruction of property during rallies, church services, and political events.
“The opposition has faced sustained attacks, intimidation, and violations of our rights. Despite repeated reporting to police, no investigations or corrective actions have been undertaken,” the letter reads.
In his notice, Malalah has listed numerous incidents, including attacks on Gachagua, his spouse, and supporters, dating back to November 2024.
The recent attack on January 25, 2026 at a church service ACK in Witima, Othaya Nyeri county is also listed where teargas was lobbed inside the church and several vehicles damaged.
Others include the attack during Gachagua’s grand return from the USA in August 2025 and multiple disruptions during rallies and party events.
Malalah emphasized the need for police to provide security impartially.
“Given the constitutional mandate of the National Police Service to protect all citizens regardless of political affiliation, we consider it necessary to seek direct engagement to address these concerns and agree on remedial measures.”
The DCP letter confirms that the delegation will include opposition figures such as Kalonzo Musyoka, Fred Matiang’i, Eugene Wamalwa, Martha Karua, Justin Muturi, and Omingo Magara.
The party said the meeting aims to ensure the safety of opposition leaders, prevent further attacks, and uphold democratic governance ahead of upcoming elections.
“We trust that your office will receive the united opposition leadership and accord the matter the seriousness it deserves in the interest of national stability and rule of law,” the letter concludes.
