On Friday, January 30, 2026, the halls of Jogoo House—the headquarters of the Kenya Police—witnessed a rare and tense confrontation. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, flanked by heavyweight opposition leaders Kalonzo Musyoka, Martha Karua, and Eugene Wamalwa, stood face-to-face with IG Douglas Kanja.
The message was clear: The state has 14 days to prove it is not using “rogue squads” to execute political assassinations.
1. The “Chilling Timeline”: 24 Incidents of Violence
During the two-hour closed-door session, the United Opposition presented a dossier detailing a “chilling timeline” of 24 separate attacks targeting their members since late 2025.
The Pattern: The dossier describes a progression from disrupted rallies and ambushes to the use of live ammunition.
The Othaya Culmination: The attack at ACK Witima Church is presented as the final straw—an incident where gunmen reportedly fired at vehicles and sent children fleeing in panic while police allegedly stood by.
2. “We Know Them by Name”
In a bold move, Gachagua claimed his team has positively identified the individuals behind the Othaya chaos.
The List: The opposition handed over a list of 12 specific officers they believe belong to a “covert unit” tasked with silencing the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP).
The Demand: These 12 officers must be interdicted, disarmed, and prosecuted before the February 16 deadline.
3. The IG’s Defense: A Call for Coordination
Inspector General Douglas Kanja, joined by his deputies, promised a thorough investigation but shifted some responsibility back to the politicians.
The “Firearm” Clause: Police chiefs urged opposition leaders to declare any civilian firearm holders attending their rallies so that officers can distinguish “licensed carriers from criminals.”
Coordination: The IG requested better coordination between political organizers and security agencies to prevent “clashes between rival groups” like those wKalonzo Musyoka protest warning, Kenya political assassination claims 2026, ACK Witima Church violence report, Douglas Kanja response to opposition.itnessed in Nyeri Town.
