Eric Wamumbi

Also known as: Mathira MP Eric Wamumbi

Mathira MP accused by opposition leader Rigathi Gachagua of leaking confidential information to President Ruto and orchestrating Ol Kalou by-election violence.

2026-04-252026-09-26

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April 2026
25 AprCitizen Digital
… Other leaders who were with the President during the day-long development tour were MPs Mary Wamaua (Maragua), Betty Maina (Murang’a Woman Rep), Edwin Mugo (Mathioya), Peter Kihungi (Kangema), Veronica Maina (Nominated), Eric Wamumbi (Mathira), Wahome Wamatinga (Nyeri Senator), f …
'I will not kneel before another human being!' Ruto takes on Mt. Kenya 'gatekeepers'

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DP Kindiki urges Mt. Kenya unity despite political differences

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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on Mt. Kenya leaders not to disregard elders' orders to unite the region, saying he has been tasked by elders to prevent the area from being split into East and West along party lines. Kindiki, recently endorsed by elders from Kikuyu, Embu, Mbeere and Meru communities as the region's spokesperson, said Mt. Kenya has remained united under previous presidents and must stay that way.

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DP Kindiki urges Mt. Kenya unity despite political differences
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on Mt. Kenya leaders not to disregard elders' orders to unite the region, saying he has been tasked by elders to prevent the area from being split into East and West along party lines. Kindiki, recently endorsed by elders from Kikuyu, Embu, Mbeere and Meru communities as the region's spokesperson, said Mt. Kenya has remained united under previous presidents and must stay that way.
19 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
DP Kindiki urges Mt. Kenya leaders to honour elders' unity call
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has asked Mt. Kenya region leaders not to disregard elders' orders to unite the region despite political differences, saying elders have instructed him as the region's seniormost leader to prevent a split into East and West factions over party affiliations.
25 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 31 August

CS Ruku argues for splitting Mt Kenya's political interests for development
Public Service CS Geoffrey Ruku has defended his call to separate Mt Kenya East's political interests from the West, arguing that the region must take different political positions to ensure his constituents receive government development ahead of 2027. He accused DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua of insulting President Ruto and other leaders, creating a political dilemma for Mt Kenya East.
31 August 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 18 August

Opposition leader urges blocking of UDA agents from polling stations
Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has urged residents of Mathira to block agents affiliated with the ruling United Democratic Alliance from polling stations during next year's General Election, sparking controversy.
18 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 17 August

Gachagua accuses Mathira MP Wamumbi of leaking confidential information
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused Mathira MP Eric Wamumbi of sharing confidential conversations about his family affairs and business interests with President William Ruto. Gachagua said the leaked information allowed the President to target his family members.
17 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 17 July

Gachagua alleges 68 women raped by police during Ol Kalou by-election
Opposition DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua has accused police officers of raping 68 women during unrest at the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election in Nyandarua County, allegations not confirmed by police or hospital authorities. Gachagua also claimed one person was killed and 20 injured, and accused Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen of orchestrating the violence.
17 July 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 16 July

Murkomen orders investigation into Ol Kalou by-election violence
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has directed security agencies to investigate allegations of violence and disruption during the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, insisting that those found responsible must be arrested and prosecuted regardless of affiliation.
16 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Gachagua accuses five Mt Kenya MPs of orchestrating Ol Kalou by-election violence
Democracy for the Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua blamed Nominated Senator Sabina Chege, Kiambaa MP John Njuguna Kawanjiku, Mathira MP Eric Wamumbi, Murang'a Woman Representative Betty Maina and Kiambu Woman Representative Anne Wamuratha for orchestrating violence during the Ol Kalou by-elections, alleging they acted on President William Ruto's instructions. Gachagua also called for the IEBC's disbandment but did not provide evidence for the allegations.
16 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 10 July

Gachagua warns IEBC cancelling Ol Kalou poll risks 2027 credibility
Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has warned that if the IEBC postpones the July 16 Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, it will lose public confidence and moral authority to conduct the 2027 General Election. Gachagua accused the ruling UDA party of orchestrating violence and voter bribery to create grounds for postponing the election.
10 July 2026 · Capital News →

Wednesday 13 May

Waiguru urges Mt. Kenya to honor Ruto support pledge
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has called for the Mt. Kenya region to honor its political commitment to support President William Ruto, arguing that maintaining the pledge made during former President Uhuru Kenyatta's tenure is essential to preserve the region's credibility and bargaining power in national politics.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 25 April

Ruto rebuffs Mt. Kenya political gatekeepers during Murang'a tour
President William Ruto castigated political leaders he said were trying to act as gatekeepers for Central Kenya's political direction, stating he will only humble himself before God and the electorate, not other politicians. During a tour of Murang'a County, he announced Ksh.27 billion in investments for affordable housing, markets, and other infrastructure, and noted improved coffee prices and a trade agreement allowing Kenyan agricultural exports duty-free and quota-free access to China's market.
25 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →