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Dr. Fred Matiang’i has accused Ruto’s administration of weaponising political violence, alleging the President knew goons were being mobilised to disrupt Linda Mwananchi rallies in Homa Bay.
17 Aug 2026
Opposition leader Dr. Fred Matiang'i has appealed for patience and restraint as efforts to unite opposition leaders continue, saying the process is complex and cannot be rushed despite simmering tensions within the opposition.
Fresh cracks emerged in the opposition ranks on Wednesday after MP Anthony Kibagendi publicly accused former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of intimidating smaller communities and attempting to dictate terms within the anti-government alliance.
Leaders of the Linda Mwananchi faction met the Registrar of Political Parties today to push for approval of their party name reservation, a key step in registering a new political outfit ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Opposition leaders on Monday condemned the arrest of Mukurwe-ini MP John Kaguchia, describing the overnight police operation and subsequent detention as an act of political intolerance and a threat to freedom of expression.
Mukurwe-ini MP John Kaguchia was arrested by DCI officers on Monday morning at Royal Media Services (RMS) offices in Nairobi after spending the night there. The arrest relates to alleged inciteful remarks he made at a rally in Kieni, Nyeri County
Dr. Fred Matiang’i has hit back at President Ruto’s national address, accusing him of using the proposed conversation to distract Kenyans from insecurity, institutional capture, and broken promises.
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