Political showdown marks United Opposition rallies in Gusii

Police disperse Kisii National polytechnic who tried to block United Opposition's convoy at Daraja Moja as they were heading to Kisii town on February 23, 2026.  [Sammy Omingo, Standard]

A political showdown marked the return of Jubilee Deputy Party Leader Fred Matiang'i to his Gusii home on Monday as rival camps emerged, leading to chaotic incidents in Kisii and Keroka towns.

It was alleged that a senior politician from the region had organized goons to disrupt the homecoming that was attended by the United Opposition principals, including Kalonzo Musyoka, Rigathi Gachagua, and Eugene Wamalwa.