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.

Kithure Kindiki criticized Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, claiming his political approach is an embarrassment to the Mt. Kenya region. Kindiki questioned Gachagua's intellectual capacity and understanding of Kenya's constitution, suggesting that his strengths lie in insults and division. This exchange intensified following Gachagua's previous comments, highlighting a growing rift between the two leaders.

Former Kenyan Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua addressed a viral video showing him at a shooting range, telling an audience in Spokane, Washington, on September 6 that he resumed firearms and basic combat training in the United States due to rising insecurity in Kenya. He said he first trained in weaponry in 1990 but recent events prompted him to refresh his personal defense skills and train his family, according to Nairobi Wire.

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.

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has claimed to know how the abduction of Standard Media Group Associate Editor Alex Kiprotich was planned. Kiprotich was seized by armed assailants along the Gilgil–Nakuru Road on Tuesday night and dumped near Masinga Dam early Wednesday. According to Gachagua, the journalist was preparing an exposé on the alleged looting of funds meant for Mau evictees from the Kipsigis community, and he alleged National Government involvement.

Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has said he is willing to serve as Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's running mate in Kenya's 2027 presidential election if opposition strategy shows Sifuna offers the strongest chance of defeating President William Ruto. Speaking at a town hall meeting with Kenyans in the diaspora in Spokane, Washington, Gachagua urged opposition figures to embrace flexible power-sharing arrangements, saying he is ready to step aside for any leader with the numbers to unseat the current administration.