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MP claims state behind resurgence of outlawed sects in Mt Kenya

Naivasha MP Jane Kihara (left) and her Gilgil counterpart Martha Wangari during service at AIPCA Church in Kinamba, Naivasha, on January 6, 2025. [Antony Gitonga, Standard]

Naivasha MP Jane Kihara has accused the government of allegedly being behind the resurgence of outlawed sects in Mt Kenya to disrupt political and church events.

The MP cited an incident over the weekend where former Mungiki leader Maina Njenga stormed a crusade attended by the wife of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

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