Gachagua Dares Ruto to Arrest This Prominent Leader After Chaos at Maa Festival

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has come out in defence of Kajiado Governor Joseph Ole Lenku following the political tensions that erupted during the Maa Cultural and Tourism Festival in Narok County.

Gachagua praised Lenku, describing him as a courageous leader while declaring that he would stand with him if President William Ruto attempted to target him politically.

“Governor Ole Lenku ni mwanaume Kamili. Nitasimama na yeye Ruto akijaribu kumshika,” Gachagua stated.

His remarks come shortly after chaotic scenes were witnessed during the fourth edition of the Maa Cultural and Tourism Festival held at Sekenani Gate on Saturday, November 14.

The event, which brought together members of the Maasai, Samburu, Ilchamus and Rendille communities, was briefly disrupted after rival political groups clashed.

Supporters associated with Narok Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu and Narok West MP Gabriel Tongoyo reportedly confronted each other amid growing political competition over the Narok gubernatorial seat ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Supporters of Kajiado Governor Ole Lenku were also reportedly involved in the confrontation.

The incident attracted national attention, with security officers moving in to secure the president as tensions escalated around the venue.

Lenku had earlier criticised some leaders for allegedly turning the cultural gathering into a political campaign platform. He insisted that the Maa community deserved an opportunity to discuss its political and economic future.

President Ruto subsequently condemned the violence, urging political leaders to control their supporters and pursue their ambitions peacefully.

Gachagua’s latest remarks have added another political dimension to the incident, particularly given his deteriorating relationship with Ruto.

The DCP leader has increasingly positioned himself among politicians challenging the current administration.

His public declaration of support for Lenku also comes as political alignments continue shifting ahead of the 2027 elections.

The latest exchange is likely to attract further attention as leaders debate the political future of the Maa community.

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