Detectives in Nakuru West have apprehended a 52-year-old man following the circulation of a viral video in which he made inflammatory remarks and issued violent threats concerning the upcoming 2027 General Election.
The suspect, identified as Isaiah Murithi Andrew, is a self-proclaimed traditional healer and a speaker for a local “Bunge la Mwananchi.”
His arrest took place in the Shabab area after investigators began inquiries into the widely shared video clip.
In the video, Andrew is seen inciting unlawful assembly by threatening armed violence and calling for resistance against authority.
These statements attracted the attention of law enforcement agencies due to their inflammatory nature, raising significant concerns about public safety.
He had demanded that the 2027 polls be fair or there would be violence.
The DCI said the suspect remains in custody, where he is being processed and interrogated as the investigation continues.
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) said it remains steadfast in its commitment to maintaining law and order. “Any form of incitement or threats that undermine peace and national security will be addressed firmly and in accordance with the law.”
