Mukurweini MP John Kaguchia arrives at the Milimani Law Courts in Nairobi on August 4, 2026. [Nancy Gitonga, Standard]
Mukurweini MP John Kaguchia was on Tuesday arraigned before the Milimani Law Courts over alleged inciting remarks made during a political rally in Kieni, Nyeri County.
Appearing before Senior Principal Magistrate Teresia Nyangena, Kaguchia was read the charge of offensive conduct by the court clerk but did not respond after his lawyers mounted a spirited constitutional challenge against the charges.
His legal team objected to the manner in which the charges had been framed, arguing they violated several constitutional safeguards and should not proceed.
The courtroom was packed to capacity as a battery of lawyers appeared for the legislator alongside political allies who turned up in solidarity.
Among those present were Nyeri Senator John Methu, Nyeri Woman Representative Jane Njeri Maina and several elected leaders who followed the proceedings from the public gallery.