Linda Mwananchi Alleges Plot to Use Goons to Disrupt Homa Bay Rally

Linda Mwananchi Alleges Plot to Use Goons to Disrupt Homa Bay Rally

Siaya Governor James Orengo has alleged that a plan is underway to disrupt a Linda Mwananchi political rally scheduled for Homa Bay on Sunday, August 16, raising fresh concerns over security ahead of the opposition-linked gathering.

Orengo made the allegations on Wednesday, August 12, while addressing journalists alongside members of the Linda Mwananchi movement.

The governor claimed that individuals were mobilising groups to interfere with the planned rally, which is expected to bring together political leaders and supporters in Homa Bay.

According to Orengo, a secret meeting was allegedly held on the night of Monday, August 10, shortly after a UDA-ODM Broad-Based Parliamentary Group meeting in Naivasha.

He alleged that weapons were distributed during the meeting, including traditional weapons such as rungus and arrows.

“We have all the details of what they are planning. Yesterday, they had a night meeting after the UDA-ODM meeting at Governor’s Park, where weapons were distributed. Rungus, arrows, and hangars, they were distributed last night.”

Orengo further claimed that some of the weapons were allegedly kept at a governor’s residence for possible use later.

He described the alleged location as a centre that he claimed had been used for political mobilisation during previous election campaigns.

The governor did not publicly provide evidence to substantiate the allegations during the briefing, and the claims had not been independently verified by the time of publication.

Claims of Another Meeting in Homa Bay

Orengo also alleged that another meeting was held on Monday at the residence of Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma.

According to the Siaya governor, the gathering involved a group of individuals whom he described as goons.

He claimed the meetings were part of a wider effort to create tension and disrupt the Linda Mwananchi rally before it takes place.

The allegations have added to growing political tensions surrounding public rallies and mobilisation activities in parts of western Kenya.

The planned Homa Bay gathering comes as political leaders continue to position themselves ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Linda Mwananchi has emerged as one of the platforms being used by leaders and political actors to mobilise supporters and debate Kenya’s political direction.

Security Concerns Ahead of Rally

Political rallies in Kenya have in the past been disrupted by confrontations between rival groups, prompting calls for police authorities to provide adequate security for public gatherings.

The allegations by Orengo could therefore increase pressure on security agencies to monitor developments in Homa Bay ahead of Sunday’s event.

The governor urged authorities to take the reported mobilisation seriously and ensure that those attending the rally can participate peacefully.

The allegations also come against the backdrop of renewed political realignments involving leaders associated with both the government and opposition.

The UDA-ODM cooperation under the broad-based government has continued to generate debate among political leaders, with some figures supporting the arrangement while others have criticised aspects of the emerging alliance.

The Naivasha parliamentary group meeting referenced by Orengo brought together lawmakers associated with the two political formations as discussions over future cooperation continue.

Rally Expected to Attract Political Leaders

The Linda Mwananchi rally in Homa Bay is expected to attract political leaders and supporters from the region as preparations intensify.

The event could also provide a platform for leaders to address growing political questions ahead of the 2027 elections.

However, the allegations of planned disruption have shifted attention to security arrangements surrounding the rally.

Authorities have yet to publicly respond to Orengo’s claims regarding the alleged distribution of weapons or mobilisation of goons.

For now, the allegations remain unproven, with no independent confirmation that weapons were distributed or that a coordinated plan exists to disrupt the Homa Bay rally.

The focus is now likely to turn to security preparations and whether Sunday’s gathering proceeds peacefully as organisers expect.

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Linda Mwananchi Alleges Plot to Use Goons to Disrupt Homa Bay Rally