Former Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi has accused government-linked actors of organizing youth to disrupt a rally by opposition leader Linda Mwananchi in Meru County. Linturi claimed that groups of youth were instructed to act in his interest, creating confusion and interference with the opposition movement’s activities. The allegations came after Linturi observed social media clips showing youth threatening to disrupt the event.
Linturi expressed concern over the tactics used to undermine the rally, which he described as part of a broader effort to silence opposition voices. He emphasized that the mobilization was not spontaneous but coordinated, suggesting a deliberate attempt to interfere with political discourse. The situation has raised questions about the integrity of public gatherings and the role of youth in political activism.
The incident highlights tensions between political factions and the challenges of maintaining peaceful assembly. Linturi’s claims remain unverified, but they underscore ongoing concerns about the use of youth networks in political conflicts. Authorities have not yet commented on the allegations.
