The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has dismissed claims by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua that he receives intelligence from officers within Kenya’s security agencies.
DCI Director Mohamed Amin described the claims as false and reckless, warning that such statements could damage public confidence in security institutions and potentially undermine national security.
Speaking on Monday, August 3, during the launch of a multi-agency initiative targeting hate speech ahead of the 2027 General Election, Amin defended officers serving in the National Police Service (NPS), saying they remain professional and committed to their duties.
“Our officers are professional officers who execute their duties professionally, diligently and with utmost discipline. So let us not purport that you receive information from members of the security. That is a big lie,” Amin said.
The DCI boss also cautioned politicians against making inflammatory statements during public rallies or through digital platforms, saying security agencies would take action against individuals who break the law.
“For politicians engaged in making those reckless utterances, be it in public rallies or digital platforms, their time is up, and it is not going to be business as usual,” he warned.
Amin’s remarks came days after Gachagua claimed that he receives credible intelligence from individuals working within key government institutions, including the National Intelligence Service (NIS) and State House.
During an interview on Friday, July 31, Gachagua said the information he receives helps him predict government security operations and claimed that he obtained details about President William Ruto’s Special National Address before it was delivered on July 30.
“I have asked the National Intelligence Service (NIS) and people working in parastatals to preserve my credibility because it is good for this country,” Gachagua said.
“I want to thank the informants. They gave me good information. I have asked people not to be defiant. I have asked them to give me credible information that is verifiable so that I preserve my relevance,” he added.
The former Deputy President maintained that he relies only on information he considers credible and verifies before making any public statements.
However, the DCI director insisted that security officers are bound by professionalism and their legal mandate, warning that anyone found violating the law would face appropriate action.
The exchange comes amid heightened political activity ahead of the 2027 General Election, with security agencies increasingly warning against hate speech, incitement and statements that could threaten national stability.