Former Deputy President and Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has 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.
The enthusiasm around the “Wantam” slogan was so infectious that even DCP deputy party leader Cleophas Malala was captured on camera vibing with the crowd from atop his vehicle, singing along to a “Wantam” song as the procession made its way from the airport.
The procession is expected to make several stopovers in the CBD before culminating at the historic Kamukunji grounds, where Gachagua is scheduled to address his supporters in what promises to be a significant political rally.
The sheer size of the crowd accompanying the procession demonstrates the continued political influence of the former Deputy President.
Several political leaders, including Nyandarua Senator John Methu and his Kiambu counterpart Karungo wa Thangw’a, were at the airport to welcome Gachagua back.
