Rigathi Gachagua, leader of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), has warned Kenyans, particularly Gen Z protesters, against participating in planned commemoration protests, citing intelligence reports of a potential violent crackdown in the Mt. Kenya region. He expressed concerns for public safety following previous demonstrations that resulted in fatalities, urging citizens to stay away from the streets on Thursday.

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has warned that he will encourage Kenyans to stop paying taxes if President William Ruto's government continues what he describes as violence and persecution of citizens. Gachagua stated that peaceful resistance through a tax boycott would be considered if the situation does not improve, emphasizing that they would not resort to violence in their opposition.

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has publicly confronted former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and his allies over claims that he is a 'mole' being bankrolled by President William Ruto to divide the opposition. According to Tuko, Nyoro dismissed the branding and warned his accusers they would face him directly, remarks captured in his phrase 'tutaonana macho kwa macho.' The exchange highlights growing tensions within Kenya's political landscape ahead of future contests.

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has claimed that there is a planned assassination attempt against him by rogue police in connection with the June 25 Gen Z protests. He has linked this alleged plot to previous attacks, raising concerns ahead of the protests.

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua accused President William Ruto’s administration of a crackdown on journalists and media houses, claiming it threatens press freedom ahead of the 2027 General Election. At a press conference, he noted a pattern of intimidation against journalists, bloggers, and independent media in Kenya, which he linked to similar trends in other East African countries, particularly regarding coverage of corruption and abuse of power.

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has responded strongly to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's call for a boycott of musicians who visited him in Karen. Kindiki rejected the boycott and announced plans to invite "five hundred more" artists, expressing his determination during an economic empowerment program for small-scale traders.