The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has denied reports that its detectives tried to prevent former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua from attending a church service on Sunday, November 10.
DCI Director Mohamed Amin termed the reports, published in one of the local dailies, as misleading.
The report published on Monday, November 11 had claimed that detectives in unmarked Subaru cars had attempted to prevent Gachagua from attending the church in Nairobi.
“We want to clarify that these allegations are entirely false and seem to be aimed at misrepresenting the actions and intentions of the DCI,” Amin said, insisting that the DCI “operates within the parameters established by the rule of law and has consistently affirmed its commitment to refraining from interference in the liberties of individuals and institutions.”
The investigative agency further said that the claim that the writer was unable to obtain a comment from the DCI is incorrect.
“The Director of Criminal Investigations provided a prompt response, reaffirming the DCI’s commitment to respecting the autonomy of religious institutions and the writer acknowledged receipt of this response.”
The DCI insists that media houses must thoroughly verify facts, present balanced perspectives, and handle sensitive topics carefully to uphold their commitment to truth and fairness in journalism.
“This is particularly important when the information affects individuals’ reputations and the integrity of institutions.”
On the day of the alleged plot, Gachagua and his spouse Pastor Dorcas attended a service at PriestHood Fellowship Church in Kahawa West, Roysambu Constituency, Nairobi County.
