Advocate Wahome Thuku has sparked a heated debate over the recent Witima ACK church attack in Othaya, Nyeri County.
Posting on his Facebook account, Thuku raised serious questions about President William Samoei Ruto’s movements around the time of the incident.
Thuku’s commentary focused on claims made by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. According to Gachagua, the Sunday, January 25, 2026, church service was targeted as part of a planned assassination attempt.
Thuku highlighted that Gachagua alleges Ruto fled to Dubai on Friday, January 23, supposedly to avoid being implicated in the operation.
Thuku further stated that Ruto only returned after the plan allegedly failed. “So according to Riggy G, Ruto was in Dubai from January 23 to latest Sunday 25th or Monday 26th, watching events unfold in Othaya,” Thuku wrote.
The lawyer questioned the official narrative and challenged Kenyans to scrutinize the timeline.
He asked whether there was any evidence from the President’s social media pages, State House announcements, or Deputy President Kithure Kindiki’s posts that showed Ruto was actually in Kenya on Friday 23rd and Saturday 24th.
Thuku implied that official accounts suggesting otherwise may be misleading.
Thuku did not hold back in his criticism. He accused authorities of expecting the public to accept explanations blindly, likening such unquestioning acceptance to acting like “a tribe of ignoramuses.”
He emphasized that citizens should feel empowered to demand transparency and not be silenced for asking tough questions.
The remarks have added fuel to the political tension following the chaotic church attack. Kenyans on social media have debated not only the facts surrounding the incident but also broader concerns about accountability, government transparency, and the handling of political conflicts.
Thuku’s post serves as a reminder of growing public scrutiny over leaders’ actions during politically sensitive moments.
His comments underscore the importance of evidence-based discussions, particularly when allegations of political violence and personal safety are involved