Gachagua alleges plot to disrupt Ol Kalou by-election

DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua has alleged a government plot to deploy plain-clothes police officers to disrupt Thursday's Ol Kalou by-election in favour of the ruling party's candidate. Speaking at his Wamunyoro home, Gachagua called for the immediate withdrawal of the alleged officers, arguing their presence could intimidate voters and undermine the credibility of the poll. He also dismissed assurances by Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat that adequate security would be provided. Meanwhile, Jubilee Deputy Party Leader Fred Matiang'i, speaking in Embu, criticised the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, accusing it of failing to guarantee a level playing field for all candidates in the Ol Kalou by-election campaign.