Governor Kang’ata’s Driver Shot During Linda Mwananchi Rally In Nyahururu
Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata’s chauffeur was reportedly shot during a violent event that disrupted a Linda Mwananchi Group rally in Nyahururu County on Sunday, July 12.
According to the governor, his driver, Gitari, was shot in the chest as he and several other Linda Wananchi loyalists were attending a religious service at the AIPCA Nyahururu Cathedral.
Kang’ata reports his convoy was initially challenged by armed citizens before a confrontation erupted between his driver and those thought to be police personnel.
“We were first stoned while in church. My vehicle was blocked and confiscated. My driver was injured by police. He has a bullet lodged in his chest,” Governor Kang’ata stated.
“My driver has been shot by police.” ~ Kang’ata pic.twitter.com/G4VxXjTdlD— Lightcast TV Kenya (@Lightcasttvke) July 12, 2026
It is unknown if the driver was hit by a rubber bullet or live ammunition, but Governor Kang’ata stated on Sunday that he was unable to walk after the incident.
Images and videos shared show part of Governor Kang’ata’s motorcade in a dire condition, with some of his cars’ windows pelted with stones.
In the wake of the incident, tensions were high in Nyahururu, with a planned rally by leaders led by Kang’ata briefly derailed by scuffles between two warring factions.
How it all happened in Nyahururu today pic.twitter.com/kToMosxyxu— Irungu Kang’ata (@HonKangata) July 12, 2026
At one point, organisers of the rally can be heard calling residents back to the gathering, insisting they would not be intimidated by anyone, and the function would go on.
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Besides Kang’ata, other leaders affected included Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi and Suba South MP Caroli Omondi, who were forced to abandon the rally after the disruption.
Governor Kang’ata has since appealed for calm and urged supporters to remain peaceful as they attempted to resume the meeting.
The motive behind the attack and the identities of those involved remain unclear.
Incidentally, the chaos in Nyahururu unfolded almost simultaneously with a similar incident in Kisumu County, where armed goons reportedly targeted a parallel Linda Mwananchi church service.
A group of youth armed with crude weapons, including arrows and machetes, was spotted walking towards the St. Stephen’s ACK Cathedral, where Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Siaya Governor James Orengo were in attendance.
One person was reported to have sustained serious injuries from the melee that ensued as police resorted to using tear gas to diffuse tensions in Kisumu.
Governor Kang’ata’s Driver Shot During Linda Mwananchi Rally In Nyahururu
