Fresh division has hit the united opposition after a section of principals in the coalition accused the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua of what they described as 'political bullying' and sabotage of other officials.

Democratic Party (DP) leader Justin Muturi, in a statement on Monday, November 2, accused the DCP leader of undermining the unity of the wider opposition following his recent conduct and remarks regarding some leaders.

According to the former Attorney General, Gachagua is putting personal and regional political interests ahead of the opposition's collective ambition of removing President William Ruto from power.

"Mr Gachagua must understand one fundamental truth: No Kenyan President has ever been made by one community alone. I wish to put the United Opposition on notice: the current political trajectory being pursued by Mr Gachagua raises serious questions about his commitment to the collective presidential ambition of the Wantam movement," Muturi stated.

The DP leader further argued that Gachagua's recent conduct raises questions of whether he is genuinely committed to the United Opposition's shared goal of winning the presidency in 2027.

Muturi says the DCP leader's approach to certain issues in the coalition could further divide the opposition amid claims of divisions already rocking the political movement.

"His persistent attempts to undermine established cooperation and his insistence on tripartite political arrangements risk creating the impression that he is preparing for post-election political bargaining rather than prioritising the ultimate prize: State House," he added.

Muturi's remarks came hours after Gachagua spoke about the opposition's leadership and constituent parties during an interview on Inooro TV on Sunday.

Jubilee Party leader Fred Matiang'i had also criticised Gachagua, attributing divisions within the coalition to what he described as his arrogance and authoritarian style of politics.

Further, Muturi questioned the former Deputy President's interests, suggesting that Gachagua is only interested in securing political influence for his allies and political formations rather than in helping the opposition win the presidency.

He suggested that Gachagua's objective might be to control MPs, legislators , and devolved government positions while sacrificing the bigger presidential ambition.

"Is the objective to win the presidency or to control MPs, legislators and devolved units while sacrificing the bigger national ambition?," he posed.

He further demanded that Gachagua respect all parties in the opposition, warning that no individual or community owned the movement.

"Let it be clear: No individual owns the United Opposition, and no community has a monopoly on Kenya's presidency. Political partnerships must be built on mutual respect, not ultimatums, political bullying or supremacy contests," Muturi said.

The fresh divisions come even as the principals prepare to announce their single presidential candidate.

During a recent engagement, Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka suggested the opposition flagbearer could be named as early as on November 13, as announced by Kalonzo Musyoka.