Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has made alarming claims accusing assassins of killing his ex-NIS official employee.
In an interview with Kikuyu vernacular stations, Gachagua revealed that this former National Intelligence Services (NIS) officer, dismissed from the agency, was hired by him to combat illicit brews.
The officer was allegedly trailed and shot by hired assassins, with the bullet narrowly missing his head and striking his shoulder instead. This incident occurred as the officer was leaving his home in Kileleshwa, resulting in a week-long hospital stay in Nairobi for the removal of the bullet.
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Gachagua expressed his concerns about the lack of action to apprehend the assassin. He accused certain state entities, particularly the NIS and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), of being used to intimidate him. He further alleged that his phone calls and those of his close associates were being intercepted and recorded.
Gachagua also criticized NIS Director Noordin Hajji, accusing him of providing misleading information to President William Ruto, particularly during the national protests against the controversial Finance Bill 2024.
He called for Hajji’s resignation, citing mismanagement within the NIS and the dismissal of top officials who were crucial to the intelligence service's operations. According to Gachagua, these actions have left the NIS significantly weakened.
These claims by the Deputy President highlight ongoing tensions and alleged power struggles within Kenya’s intelligence and security agencies. Gachagua’s accusations underscore his belief that elements within these entities are being leveraged to undermine his position and efforts.
As the Deputy President, his assertions about interception and surveillance raise serious concerns about privacy and misuse of state resources.
This revelation not only illuminates internal conflicts but also raises questions about the integrity and management of Kenya’s intelligence services under the current leadership.
