GARISSA, Kenya- Democratic Party leader Justin Muturi has described an attack targeting opposition leaders during a Komboa Kenya rally in Garissa as an attempted assassination.
Muturi and Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka were among opposition leaders attacked during their political mobilisation tour of Garissa County.
The incident disrupted the meeting, forcing the leaders and their security teams to take protective action as confusion spread among those attending the rally.
“This is an attempted assassination,” Muturi said in a statement following the attack.
He warned that repeated attacks on political leaders risked creating fear among citizens and dividing the country along political and regional lines.
“The attack on opposition leaders in Garissa is a grave matter that must not be taken lightly. It amounts to an attempted assassination and risks balkanising the nation and creating fear among citizens,” he said.
Muturi asked Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja to immediately order a comprehensive investigation into the incident.
“We call upon the Inspector General of Police to immediately and thoroughly investigate this particular incident, identify all those involved, and ensure that every person found culpable is arrested and brought to justice,” he said.
Police had not announced any arrests linked to the violence by the time of publication.
Opposition Vows to Continue Rallies
Muturi said the attack would not stop the opposition from holding meetings across the country ahead of the 2027 General Election.
“We in the Wantam Movement will not be cowed, intimidated or silenced. Kenyans are strong, resilient and united,” he said.
“We will continue to stand for democracy, justice, peace and the right of every Kenyan to participate freely in our country’s affairs.”
The former Cabinet Secretary added: “We will not be intimidated. Kenya belongs to all of us.”
Kalonzo and Muturi were visiting Garissa as part of an opposition mobilisation campaign covering Garissa and Tana River counties.
Political Goon Attacks Increase
The Garissa violence is the latest in a series of attacks and disruptions targeting opposition leaders and their supporters.
In April, an opposition convoy carrying Kalonzo, DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua and DAP-K leader Eugene Wamalwa was attacked near the Gitaru–Kikuyu Interchange while travelling to a rally.
Opposition leaders said police used teargas, rubber bullets and live ammunition during the confrontation.
Other disturbances have been reported during opposition activities in Kisii, Homa Bay, Meru and Nakuru counties. Political leaders, journalists and members of the public have been injured during some of the incidents.
Muturi said the Inspector General must ensure everyone responsible for the Garissa attack is identified, arrested and prosecuted.
