Embu is Secure, Declares Commissioner Jack Obuor as Four Bloggers Summoned Over Gachagua Video
Embu County Commissioner Jack Obuor has issued a firm declaration that the county is secure and peaceful, dismissing reports of instability as misinformation. The statement was made amidst the summoning of four local bloggers by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) for questioning over a viral video allegedly containing defamatory content against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The Commissioner sought to separate the political incident from the general security situation.
Commissioner Obuor assured residents and investors that the security apparatus is fully in control and that law and order prevail throughout the county. He warned against the spread of false information that could cause unnecessary alarm and stated that the legal process is handling the specific case involving the bloggers. The bloggers are being investigated for the offense of publishing false information, which is contrary to the law.
The Commissioner urged the public to rely on official communication from government authorities regarding security matters. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to protecting all citizens and their property, emphasizing that Embu remains open for business and peaceful coexistence. The summoning of the bloggers has sparked debate on freedom of expression, while the state maintains its focus on upholding the law.