Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago.[ Standard, File]
Uasin Gishu senator Jackson Mandago has cautioned the opposition against spreading tribal and divisive politics ahead of the planned Nakuru campaigns.
Speaking during a church visit at ACK St Stephen’s Chepkoilel, Moiben, Uasin Gishu, which was attended by President William Ruto, Mandago warned that, as area leaders, they will not accept.
The area leader told the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) party leader to refrain from tribal and divisive politics, saying the area cannot afford political unrest.
“I want to tell our opponents, and I want to tell Rigathi Gachagua, I have seen he plans to visit the larger Rift Valley. I want to tell him that we have no problem absolutely with any leader visiting any part of this nation, but we have a great problem if you are coming to Nakuru, Rift Valley to incite the people,’’ said Mandago.
“We want to tell you category come to the Rift, ask for your votes, but dividing the country, we have said as the people of this place we shall never go back to where we came from. “He added.
His remarks come days after the former Deputy President’s party announced plans to tour Nakuru County on August 14 and 15, 2026, as part of his grassroots political expansion.
DCP plans also include visits to Bomet, Kericho, and Laikipia to popularise the party ahead of the 2027 General Election.