Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro addressing residents at Ihura stadium in Murang'a town during the issuance of bursaries on July 2, 2026/ ALICE WAITHERA
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has condemned what he has described as the growing use of goons to disrupt political meetings and intimidate Kenyans.
Speaking at Ihura Stadium in Murang'a Town during the issuance of bursaries to students from his constituency, Nyoro said is unacceptable for criminal gangs to invade public gatherings, including places of worship, as security agencies fail to take decisive action.
He claimed that the violence witnessed during recent political events is orchestrated by individuals within the government, warning that such actions pose a serious threat to peace and democracy.
"For any country to thrive, peace is very important. Today, the disturbance of peace is coming from the government itself. We have never witnessed such a situation before," he said.
Nyoro urged security agencies to deal firmly with criminal gangs, saying police officers should focus on protecting Kenyans rather than allowing lawlessness to flourish.
The MP also questioned the government's commitment to restoring security, drawing comparisons with Kenya's deployment of police officers to Haiti to help combat gang violence.
He wondered why the country was capable of supporting security efforts abroad while failing to decisively address similar criminal activities at home.
He further alleged that the recent wave of violence at political gatherings was intended to intimidate voters ahead of future elections, maintaining that no Kenyan should be coerced into supporting any political leader through fear or violence.
Nyoro's remarks come amid growing condemnation from political leaders over incidents of goon attacks and alleged abductions that have sparked public concern in recent weeks.
Among those who have criticised the trend are Kirinyaga Governor Ann Waiguru, who called on the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) to thoroughly investigate all reported abduction cases linked to recent demonstrations, and other leaders who have urged security agencies to hold those behind the attacks accountable regardless of their political affiliations.
Several leaders have also warned that the continued use of violence and intimidation risks undermining public confidence in the country's democratic institutions and called on the government to guarantee the safety and constitutional rights of all Kenyans.
