Former police chief urges enhanced security for Gachagua, says he is not an ordinary man
A former top official of the National Police Service has called for increased security for Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, arguing that his political stature and visibility place him at heightened risk and warrant stronger state protection.
Speaking during a public forum in Nairobi, the retired police boss said the country must take a proactive approach to safeguarding senior leaders, particularly during periods of intense political activity. He emphasized that Gachagua’s influence and national profile make him “not an ordinary man,” and that security arrangements should reflect the realities of his position.
The remarks come amid ongoing political tensions and heightened public discourse involving President William Ruto and his deputy. While the former police chief did not cite any specific threats, he noted that preventive security measures are essential to maintaining stability and public confidence in leadership protection.
Security for top officials in Kenya is typically coordinated through specialized state units tasked with risk assessment, intelligence monitoring, and personal protection. Experts often stress that security protocols for senior leaders are periodically reviewed to match evolving political and security dynamics.
Political analysts say the statement may further fuel debate over internal power relations and leadership cohesion within the government. Others view the call as a routine professional assessment from a security perspective rather than a political intervention.
Neither the Office of the Deputy President nor State House issued an immediate response to the comments. However, government officials have previously maintained that all senior leaders receive protection commensurate with their roles and assessed risk levels.
As public discussion continues, the focus remains on balancing political openness with robust security frameworks designed to protect national leadership and preserve institutional stability.
A former top official of the National Police Service has called for increased security for Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, arguing that his political stature and visibility place him at heightened risk and warrant stronger state protection.
Speaking during a public forum in Nairobi, the retired police boss said the country must take a proactive approach to safeguarding senior leaders, particularly during periods of intense political activity. He emphasized that Gachagua’s influence and national profile make him “not an ordinary man,” and that security arrangements should reflect the realities of his position.
The remarks come amid ongoing political tensions and heightened public discourse involving President William Ruto and his deputy. While the former police chief did not cite any specific threats, he noted that preventive security measures are essential to maintaining stability and public confidence in leadership protection.
Security for top officials in Kenya is typically coordinated through specialized state units tasked with risk assessment, intelligence monitoring, and personal protection. Experts often stress that security protocols for senior leaders are periodically reviewed to match evolving political and security dynamics.
Political analysts say the statement may further fuel debate over internal power relations and leadership cohesion within the government. Others view the call as a routine professional assessment from a security perspective rather than a political intervention.
Neither the Office of the Deputy President nor State House issued an immediate response to the comments. However, government officials have previously maintained that all senior leaders receive protection commensurate with their roles and assessed risk levels.
As public discussion continues, the focus remains on balancing political openness with robust security frameworks designed to protect national leadership and preserve institutional stability.
