- Rigathi Gachagua is expected to return to the country this week after staying in the United States for several weeks
- His Democracy For Citizens Party (DCP) has called on its supporters to appear at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for a massive protest and a political rally in Nairobi
- The group has also expressed concern about allegations of conspiracy to disperse its invitations warning to take drastic measures
The return of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has sparked high political expectations, with his party preparing to welcome him for a major ceremony at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
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In a statement issued by the Democracy For Citizens Party (DCP), the former Deputy President is expected to land in Nairobi on Thursday, August 21, at noon.
The party has encouraged its supporters to gather at JKIA airport starting at 2am to welcome him.
Where will Gachagua hold a public meeting after returning?
The party’s deputy leader, Cleophas Malala, announced that the day would begin with The procession of peace from the airport to the city center, reaching its peak at a public rally at Kamukunji Stadium.
Malala said the meeting would be a manifestation of the solidarity and solidarity of Gachagua’s supporters, who has been overseas for several weeks in meeting with Kenyans living abroad.
However, the party expressed its concern about the allegations of the government’s conspiracy to intervene to return to Gachagua.
According to the DCP, there were allegations that the government could direct its plane to land at Moi International Airport, Mombasa, or that of Kisumu for the purpose of arresting him.
Malala emphasized that any such plan would be severely faced by the party’s supporters.
“We want to be open and honest. Any attempt to arrest Gachagua as soon as he goes down the country will be facing our supporters across the country,” Malala said in a statement.
In addition, he called on the police to ensure protection, warning them against conflict with citizens who would participate in the reception.
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Will Gachagua supporters disrupt the Chan Games in Nairobi?
Speaking aside, Malala warned that arresting Gachagua on Thursday could stir up protests among his supporters and causing a rage in the city.
He added that such a move will come in a sensitive period, as Kenya is currently welcoming the African Nations Championship (CHAN) tournament.
According to Malala, Gachagua’s arrest when the nation is under the eyes of the world through the tournament, will ruin the image of the President William Ruto In an international forum.
“If you arrest Gachagua, the next day you will see the protest, and at the same time Harambee Stars They will be playing on Friday. I am confident that if Gachagua is arrested, we will not be able to witness the Stars playing in the quarterfinals on Friday, ” He warned Malala.
What did Murkomen tell Gachase before returning?
In a related statement, Internal Security Minister Kipchumba Murkomen advised Gaile to record information to the Criminal Investigation Department (DCI) about his recent claims on the government to cooperate with illegal groups.
He said the allegations needed to be formally submitted as soon as he returned.
Murkomen also questioned the mental state of the former deputy president, suggesting that the stress caused by his removal from office may have affected what he thinks.
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