In a strongly worded statement released on Tuesday evening, November 11, 2025, Kuria alleged that a group of individuals linked to the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party is plotting to infiltrate Gachagua’s events disguised as CCK members.
The aim, he claimed, is to create chaos and portray his party as the source of violence.
According to Kuria, the suspected group intends to attend Gachagua’s rallies dressed in official CCK uniforms while demanding an alleged debt of KSh10 million said to be owed to one of the party’s candidates.
“It has come to our attention that certain UDA functionaries are planning to disrupt Rigathi Gachagua’s campaign events while dressed in CCK uniforms.
According to Kuria, the suspected group intends to attend Gachagua’s rallies dressed in official CCK uniforms while demanding an alleged debt of KSh10 million said to be owed to one of the party’s candidates.
“It has come to our attention that certain UDA functionaries are planning to disrupt Rigathi Gachagua’s campaign events while dressed in CCK uniforms.
They plan to accuse him of failing to pay KSh10 million allegedly owed to our candidate, Hon. Duncan Mbui,” Kuria stated.
The former Cabinet Secretary dismissed the debt claim as entirely false and politically motivated. He clarified that there has never been any financial dispute between Rigathi Gachagua and Duncan Mbui, terming the allegations “cheap propaganda designed to tarnish the reputation of honest leaders.”
“For the record, Hon. Gachagua does not owe any money to Hon. Mbui, and such rumours should be treated with the contempt they deserve,” Kuria added.
Kuria went on to warn that the alleged scheme could be part of a larger political plan to incite divisions and violence ahead of the 2027 General Election.
The former Cabinet Secretary dismissed the debt claim as entirely false and politically motivated. He clarified that there has never been any financial dispute between Rigathi Gachagua and Duncan Mbui, terming the allegations “cheap propaganda designed to tarnish the reputation of honest leaders.”
“For the record, Hon. Gachagua does not owe any money to Hon. Mbui, and such rumours should be treated with the contempt they deserve,” Kuria added.
Kuria went on to warn that the alleged scheme could be part of a larger political plan to incite divisions and violence ahead of the 2027 General Election.
He described the move as a dangerous attempt to damage both Gachagua’s and the CCK’s image.
“This plot is not just about one event. It represents a broader attempt to paint some of us as troublemakers ahead of the next election. We must remain vigilant and refuse to be dragged into dirty politics,” he said.
Kuria also expressed concern that the planned chaos could reignite political hostility reminiscent of the 2007–2008 post-election violence.
“This plot is not just about one event. It represents a broader attempt to paint some of us as troublemakers ahead of the next election. We must remain vigilant and refuse to be dragged into dirty politics,” he said.
Kuria also expressed concern that the planned chaos could reignite political hostility reminiscent of the 2007–2008 post-election violence.
He reaffirmed that his party would not tolerate any form of provocation, emphasizing that CCK stands for peace, discipline, and fair political competition.
“We in Chama Cha Kazi have learned from the painful lessons of the past. We will not allow anyone to use our name to create political violence. Our position is clear: we stand for peaceful campaigns and democratic tolerance,” he said.
The CCK leader has since appealed to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to investigate the allegations and take swift preventive action before the planned event on November 27.
“If this is ignored, it will serve as a warning of what could happen in August 2027. IEBC and relevant agencies must ensure security and fairness during political activities,” Kuria warned.
He urged both law enforcement and the electoral body to act decisively to prevent political manipulation that could fuel tension across Mt Kenya and beyond.
The claims by Kuria come at a time when political temperatures in the Mt Kenya region are already rising, particularly ahead of the upcoming Mbeere North parliamentary by-election.
“We in Chama Cha Kazi have learned from the painful lessons of the past. We will not allow anyone to use our name to create political violence. Our position is clear: we stand for peaceful campaigns and democratic tolerance,” he said.
The CCK leader has since appealed to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to investigate the allegations and take swift preventive action before the planned event on November 27.
“If this is ignored, it will serve as a warning of what could happen in August 2027. IEBC and relevant agencies must ensure security and fairness during political activities,” Kuria warned.
He urged both law enforcement and the electoral body to act decisively to prevent political manipulation that could fuel tension across Mt Kenya and beyond.
The claims by Kuria come at a time when political temperatures in the Mt Kenya region are already rising, particularly ahead of the upcoming Mbeere North parliamentary by-election.
The mini-poll is increasingly being seen as a litmus test for President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and Rigathi Gachagua’s Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP).
The ruling UDA party has endorsed Leonard Muthende as its candidate, while the opposition coalition, under the United Front Movement, is backing Democratic Party candidate Newton Karish.
Political analysts say the by-election is shaping up to reveal the extent of Gachagua’s influence in the region after parting ways with Ruto earlier this year.
The ruling UDA party has endorsed Leonard Muthende as its candidate, while the opposition coalition, under the United Front Movement, is backing Democratic Party candidate Newton Karish.
Political analysts say the by-election is shaping up to reveal the extent of Gachagua’s influence in the region after parting ways with Ruto earlier this year.
The contest will also determine whether new political outfits like Kuria’s CCK can make meaningful inroads in the Mt Kenya voting bloc.
Gachagua, who has been holding several rallies across Central Kenya, has repeatedly accused powerful forces in the government of trying to intimidate and isolate him politically.
Gachagua, who has been holding several rallies across Central Kenya, has repeatedly accused powerful forces in the government of trying to intimidate and isolate him politically.
His recent letter to Inspector General of Police Japhet Kanja, warning of threats to his life and upcoming events, appears to align with Kuria’s latest claims.
Meanwhile, President Ruto’s camp has remained silent on the matter, choosing instead to focus on national development programs and defending the unity of the ruling coalition.
Meanwhile, President Ruto’s camp has remained silent on the matter, choosing instead to focus on national development programs and defending the unity of the ruling coalition.
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