Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has accused former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of using the deaths of prominent leaders for political gain. In a statement on August 11, 2026, Murkomen criticized Gachagua for what he called a failed political strategy. The accusation comes amid ongoing disputes over the circumstances of recent high-profile deaths, including that of former Emurua Dikirr.
Murkomen dismissed Gachagua’s claims as part of a broader pattern of political maneuvering. He emphasized that the government’s actions are based on facts and not influenced by personal or political motives. The tension between the two officials highlights growing divisions within Kenya’s political sphere.
Gachagua has previously raised concerns about the crash of MP Johana Ngeno’s helicopter, suggesting it may have been caused by adulterated fuel. Murkomen rejected these claims as political nonsense, urging the public to rely on official investigations. The dispute underscores the challenges of maintaining transparency in politically sensitive cases.
The ongoing conflict reflects deeper tensions between political figures and the administration, with both sides accusing each other of misusing public attention for personal agendas.
