Opposition leaders led by Kalonzo Musyoka, Rigathi Gachagua, and Eugene Wamalwa addressed thousands of supporters on Ronald Ngala Street in Nairobi on Monday afternoon. The rally followed their visit to the Inspector General of Police’s office at Jogoo House.
Earlier in the day, the opposition delegation marched to the office of Inspector General Douglas Kanja to demand accountability over what they described as persistent harassment and intimidation during political activities.
The leaders said they were disappointed after being met by junior police officers instead of the IG, whom they insisted must meet them personally to address their grievances.
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Kalonzo told the crowd they will not be “balked or belittled” in their push for electoral justice and security for their supporters across the country.
Gachagua echoed those sentiments, accusing security forces of complicity in attacks on opposition rallies and threatening nationwide demonstrations if their demands are ignored.
Wamalwa, flanked by party officials, warned that any attempt to weaken opposition mobilization through intimidation would only strengthen their resolve ahead of the 2027 general election.
Supporters chanted slogans calling for “true democracy” and “police reforms,” accusing state security agents of bias and selective enforcement of the law during opposition events.
The leaders urged Kenyans to remain peaceful but vigilant, saying they will pursue both legal and civic avenues to protect political freedoms guaranteed by the constitution.
Opposition sources said the rally also served to unify disparate party bases, reminding voters that their collective goal is to challenge the incumbent government.
Organisers stopped short of announcing specific protest dates, but reiterated they would return to Jogoo House later in the week if the IG fails to engage them directly.
Political analysts say the opposition’s growing public protests reflect rising tensions over security and election preparedness, with both sides digging in ahead of 2027 polls.
Critics of the opposition argue such rallies risk inflaming divisions and disrupt public order, especially in Nairobi’s central business district.
Despite this, Kalonzo, Gachagua, and Wamalwa pledged to maintain a peaceful, disciplined movement and reassured supporters that their demands are rooted in democratic principles.
The rally closed with chants of “waandishi wa umma” and calls for unity across regions as speakers warned that “Kenya’s future hangs in the balance” unless reforms are enacted.
Opposition organisers estimate several thousand attended the Ronald Ngala Street event, a turnout they say shows Kenyans are increasingly disillusioned with the status quo.
Police maintained a visible presence but the rally passed without major clashes, even as crowds spilled onto adjoining streets in Nairobi’s CBD.
Political watchers say Monday’s show of force will put pressure on both the police hierarchy and political rivals ahead of critical strategic meetings later this year.
The opposition’s next planned stop, organisers say, is a return to Jogoo House with fresh demands if the IG remains unavailable for direct talks.
