- Suspected goons stormed PCEA Mwiki Church in Kasarani during Gachagua’s visit.
- Gunshots were fired as security teams intervened to restore order.
- No injuries were reported, and the service later resumed.
- Gachagua and his allies blamed Nairobi Governor Sakaja for the chaos.
- The incident adds to growing tension between Gachagua and state forces.
Tension ran high on Sunday, April 6, at PCEA Mwiki Church in Kasarani East after suspected goons attempted to disrupt a church service attended by former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua. Just moments after Gachagua and his team settled inside the sanctuary, chaos erupted outside the premises.
Videos from the scene captured the intruders yelling threats—including chilling chants of “we will kill them”—as they tried forcing their way into the church. Worshippers, caught in the panic, began fleeing the building for safety.
Security Fires Shots to Disperse Crowd
In a swift response, Gachagua’s security detail fired warning shots into the air, scattering the hostile crowd. Security teams then positioned themselves around the church compound to prevent further disturbances. Fortunately, no injuries were recorded, and the service resumed after calm was restored.
Among the leaders accompanying Gachagua was Embakasi North MP James Gakuya, who, along with others, accused Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja of being behind the disruption.
Gachagua Accuses State of Targeted Harassment
This incident follows a recent string of confrontations between Gachagua and the state. Last weekend, during a church function in Naivasha, police attempted to block the former deputy president from addressing his supporters. Officers armed with batons, firearms, and teargas tried dispersing crowds as Gachagua proceeded through the town.
Despite the police presence, he pushed through and managed to briefly address residents, accusing the government of using security forces to frustrate him.
A Pattern of Intimidation?
The Kasarani chaos isn’t isolated. Back in December, a prayer service Gachagua attended in Shamata, Nyandarua, was interrupted when police lobbed teargas during a speech by Senator John Methu. Gachagua later alleged that the action was sanctioned from the top, claiming the president was keen on silencing him.
In his response to the Kasarani drama, Gachagua reiterated his resolve to continue engaging with Kenyans, insisting he will not bow to pressure or intimidation from state operatives.
