While addressing supporters, he used a sharp example to express his anger, saying, “Unaenda kanisani, wakati wa kutoa sadaka unatupa teargas wewe mwenyewe,” loosely meaning that it makes no sense for someone to attend church and then cause confusion or harm at the same place.
The remarks by Kibet come after reports of chaos at Witima Church, where worshippers were reportedly forced to flee after teargas was thrown during a church service attended by political leaders.
The incident caused fear and raised concerns about the safety of places of worship, which are usually seen as peaceful spaces where people gather for prayer and unity.
Kibet accused Gachagua and his allies of trying to create tension for political gain.
According to him, the church incident was not accidental but part of a wider plan meant to influence political narratives.
However, he did not present detailed evidence to support the claims, instead urging authorities to investigate the matter and establish the truth.
Supporters of Gachagua have strongly rejected the accusations, describing them as political attacks meant to damage his reputation.
Some leaders allied to the former deputy president argued that linking him to violence in a church is unfair and disrespectful.
They insisted that Gachagua has always supported peace and respect for religious institutions.
The Witima Church incident has sparked public debate, with many Kenyans expressing concern about the growing involvement of politics in religious gatherings.
Religious leaders have also spoken out, urging politicians to respect churches and other worship centres by keeping political disagreements away from spiritual spaces.
Several church leaders have called for calm and asked political figures to promote peace instead of conflict.
They emphasised that churches should remain neutral and safe for all worshippers, regardless of their political beliefs.
Some religious groups have even suggested that stricter rules should be introduced to regulate political activities inside places of worship.
Political analysts say the exchange of accusations between leaders shows the increasing tension within the country’s political landscape.
They warn that such conflicts, especially when linked to religious spaces, can easily divide communities if not handled carefully.