By Michelle Ndaga
Crews from Standard Group PLC and Royal Media Services (RMS) were attacked along Mombasa Road while covering a convoy escorting Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to Kamukunji Grounds.
One company vehicle was said to have been damaged during the incident.
The claims emerged as large crowds lined Mombasa Road to welcome Mr. Gachagua following a lengthy trip to the United States.
Local outlets had earlier indicated plans for a procession culminating in a rally at Kamukunji, drawing a heavy police presence and significant public attention.
This comes after the former Deputy President and Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua landed safely at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, following a diplomatic and political tour of the United States.
Gachagua was welcomed by thousands of supporters who had gathered to receive their party leader at the busy airport.
The DCP leader touched down as scheduled at noon on Thursday, August 21, amid tight security.
He was greeted by an enthusiastic crowd that had been waiting since early morning to welcome him home.
Photos from the scene seen show overwhelming crowds of predominantly youth supporters who had gathered along the roads leading from JKIA with colorful banners bearing DCP party colors and welcoming messages.
Many supporters displayed banners reading “Welcome Home Mfalme,” demonstrating their reverence for the former Deputy President.
Upon landing, Gachagua took time to wave and greet the crowd before the procession officially departed from JKIA. He acknowledged the enthusiastic reception from his supporters, who had braved the heavy security presence to welcome him.
The crowd’s energy was particularly evident through the continuous chanting of “Wantam,” Gachagua’s signature slogan, suggesting that President William Ruto will serve only one term in office.
