What started as a somber farewell quickly turned chaotic during a funeral attended by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The event, which was initially calm, descended into violence when a group of rowdy youths stormed the venue, leaving destruction and injuries in their wake.
Eyewitnesses recount that the tent where Gachagua was seated was torn down, forcing him to flee for safety. His convoy was also targeted, with several vehicles sustaining significant damage. Chairs were broken, and panic spread among mourners, bringing the event to an abrupt halt.
Reports suggest that the youths may have been paid to disrupt the funeral, sparking speculation about the escalating power struggles in Mount Kenya’s political landscape. Although several individuals were injured during the melee, it was confirmed that the former Deputy President escaped unharmed.
This incident highlights the mounting tension in the region as leaders jostle for influence in the aftermath of Gachagua’s fallout with President William Ruto. The rift has deepened political divisions, with many blaming rival factions for orchestrating such public displays of hostility.
By Kenyans