Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has warned against government interference in Kenya’s electoral process, vowing to resist what he described as the regime’s attempts to capture independent institutions ahead of the 2027 General Election.
In a statement posted on his X account on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, Gachagua revealed that the United Opposition held consultative talks with the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to address grave concerns about recent by-elections and preparations for the August 2027 polls.
“Our progressive democracy must not be taken by this regime as having taken a retreat or a backseat; capturing independent institutions and using them as a means to biased ends and stolen future of our country shall be resisted,” Gachagua stated.
The former Deputy President cited irregularities witnessed during recent by-elections as cause for alarm.
“It cannot be, as witnessed in the by-elections, state-sponsored goons and militia take over polling stations, government officers assume roles of electoral injustices, procurement of election materials and equipment rhyme worst election experiences across the world and an insecure election is what can be seen a step ahead,” he said.
Gachagua emphasised that Kenyans are demanding transparent and verifiable electoral processes.
“A transparent, free and fair, credible and verifiable election is what Kenyans are demanding, and we join them,” he stated.
The DCP party leader stressed that the independence of the electoral commission must be demonstrated through action, not just words.
He urged that mass voter registration, scheduled to commence at the end of March 2026, should be conducted transparently.
“An impartial IEBC must not only be spoken about but must be felt by every Kenyan Voter; this, mass voter registration commencing at the end of March 2026, is what must happen,” Gachagua said.
