A petition has been filed at the Milimani Law Courts seeking to block the arrest or prosecution of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, amid claims of political persecution.
The case, filed by activist George Mogire through lawyer Moses Mabeya, asks the High Court to issue conservatory orders restraining the Inspector General of Police, the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), and the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) from taking any action that would compromise Gachagua’s liberty.
Mogire argues that any attempt to arrest or charge Gachagua is not grounded in credible evidence of criminal wrongdoing, but rather stems from political motivations following remarks Gachagua made during an interview on May 17, 2025.
“Pending the hearing and determination of this application, this Honourable Court should issue conservatory orders restraining the respondents and their agents from arresting, detaining, or interfering with Gachagua’s liberty,” the application reads.
The petitioner cites a recent National Assembly session held on May 27, during which several lawmakers reportedly pushed for Gachagua’s prosecution. Mogire claims this effort is part of a broader, politically-driven agenda to silence dissenting voices.
He maintains that Gachagua’s remarks fall within his constitutional right to freedom of expression as protected under Article 33 of the Constitution.
“This is a well-orchestrated scheme to weaponize independent institutions against political opponents,” Mogire alleges, accusing state agencies of acting under external influence and selectively applying the law.
The petition further accuses the NCIC of bias, claiming it has abandoned its constitutional mandate by discriminating against Gachagua based on political affiliations.
The court is expected to issue directions on the matter in the coming days.
