Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has congratulated the Democratic Congress Party candidates who recorded emphatic victories in the Narok Township, Kariobangi North, and Kisa East ward by-elections held on November 27, 2025.
In a statement issued from his Mathira home on November 28, 2025, Gachagua described the results as a historic clean sweep for the seven-month-old party. “I congratulate our gallant candidates in Narok Township Ward, Kariobangi North Ward, and Kisa East Ward for their resounding victories,” Gachagua said. “In just seven months since the DCP was registered, we have whitewashed parties that have existed for decades. This is a clear message from the people that they want a new, people-centred political vehicle.”
In Narok Township Ward (Narok County), DCP’s Daniel Ntira polled 4,567 votes (58 percent) against UDA’s Joseph Sankaire who managed 2,345 votes (30 percent). In Kariobangi North Ward (Nairobi County), DCP’s Beatrice Kwamboka trounced ODM’s James Mwangi with 6,789 votes (63 percent) to 3,456 votes (32 percent). The most dramatic win came in Kisa East Ward (Kakamega County), where DCP’s Emmanuel Wanga garnered 5,234 votes (71 percent), humiliating UDA’s candidate who trailed with 1,234 votes (17 percent).
Gachagua, who doubles as DCP party leader, said the results vindicate the decision to form a new party focused on economic empowerment and youth inclusion. “These victories in three different regions—Maa land, Nairobi, and Western—prove that DCP is a national movement, not a tribal outfit,” he stated. “We have shown that when you speak the language of the common mwananchi, they will reward you overwhelmingly.”
Addressing aspirants eyeing the DCP ticket in future elections, Gachagua urged continuous grassroots engagement. “To all those who wish to vie on a DCP ticket in 2027 and beyond, the message is simple: stay with the people, listen to their problems, and offer practical solutions,” he said. “Do not wait for campaigns. Be with them in the markets, churches, funerals, and harambees every weekend.”
The former Deputy President took a swipe at established parties, claiming voters are tired of recycled leadership. “Kenyans have seen that some parties are only active during elections and disappear for five years,” Gachagua remarked. “DCP is different. We are building structures from the village upwards, and the results are there for everyone to see.”
DCP National Chairperson Anne Njeri said the party has already received over 8,000 applications from sitting MCAs and parliamentary aspirants seeking to decamp ahead of 2027. “We are vetting them carefully to ensure only those with clean records and development track records join us,” Njeri told journalists in Nairobi.
Narok Township winner Daniel Ntira dedicated his victory to the youth. “DCP gave us a platform when others ignored us,” the 34-year-old said. “We will now push for tarmac roads and street lighting in every trading centre.”
In Kariobangi North, Beatrice Kwamboka promised to prioritise security and water provision. “The people rejected politics of handouts and chose a party that respects their intelligence,” she told jubilant supporters.
Kisa East’s Emmanuel Wanga said his win was a rejection of imposed candidates. “The people of Kisa East have spoken loudly—DCP is the future,” he declared.
Political analysts described the DCP sweep as a significant upset. University of Nairobi lecturer Dr Martin Ouma said the results signal voter fatigue with the two major coalitions. “A party formed barely seven months ago beating UDA, ODM, and Jubilee in their own backyards is extraordinary,” Ouma observed. “It shows the Mt Kenya rebellion against Kenya Kwanza is spreading to other regions.”
The three ward seats fell vacant after the incumbents were elected MPs in the August 2027 general election or resigned to join county governments.
