In a bold statement that has stirred national debate, renowned leadership consultant Christopher Mureithi has claimed that the chaos witnessed during the launch of the Democracy for Citizens (DCP) on 15 May , 2025, was not spontaneous but rather orchestrated by the State.
Speaking during a media briefing in Nairobi, Mureithi expressed concern over what he termed as deliberate attempts to sabotage democratic processes. “The fact that no police officer responded to the violent disruption during the DCP launch speaks volumes. In a country where police are quick to intervene in peaceful protests, their complete absence in such a volatile situation suggests State involvement,” he said.
Eyewitnesses at the event held at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre reported that a group of unidentified individuals stormed the venue moments after DCP interim leaders began addressing attendees. Chairs were overturned, banners were torn down, and several attendees were injured in the melee. Despite multiple calls for police intervention, no law enforcement officers arrived at the scene.
Mureithi, who has previously advised political movements and civic bodies on governance and ethical leadership, warned that such actions set a dangerous precedent for political expression and freedom of assembly in Kenya. “We cannot build a democratic society if new political voices are silenced through fear and intimidation,” he noted.
The DCP leadership has since called for an independent investigation into the incident, demanding accountability and assurances of political neutrality from security agencies. Civil society organizations and several opposition leaders have echoed these concerns.
As the country prepares for the next election cycle, this incident has reignited discussions on political tolerance, freedom of association, and the role of State agencies in safeguarding democratic values.
