Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has strongly condemned a violent incident at Witima ACK Church in Othaya, Nyeri County, where Second Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, his team, and other unarmed leaders and civilians were reportedly trapped as live bullets and tear gas were deployed outside the church.
In a statement issued on Saturday, Kalonzo described the attack as a grave and unacceptable violation of the Constitution and the rule of law, stressing that places of worship are sacred and protected spaces.
He termed the use of force against unarmed citizens in such circumstances unlawful and indefensible.
“This is a grave and unacceptable violation of the Constitution and the rule of law. A church is a sacred and protected space. The use of force against unarmed citizens in such circumstances is unlawful and indefensible.,:he said.
The former Vice President directly held the Inspector General of Police and all responsible officers accountable for the safety of Gachagua, his team, and civilians inside the church, warning that no political rivalry or ambition can ever justify terrorising citizens or attacking a place of worship.
Kalonzo cautioned that Kenya must remain a constitutional democracy governed by law, not violence, fear, or impunity, calling for restraint by security agencies and the protection of fundamental rights during political engagements.