ODM leader Oburu Oginga has criticized former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua's confrontational approach, urging him to promote peace after DCP's victory in the Ol Kalou by-election.Oginga praised the IEBC for conducting the poll independently and impartially, citing the results as proof of a credible process.The DCP candidate, Sammy Waweru, won decisively against UDA's Samuel Muchina Nyagah, with 35,440 votes to 5,450.

Oginga argued that Gachagua's persistent complaints about election manipulation were misplaced, as the IEBC's performance was validated by the outcome.The by-election in Nyandarua constituency, with a 57% turnout, was hailed as a peaceful exercise.Oginga emphasized unity and urged Gachagua to celebrate the victory instead of lingering on alleged election fraud.The result is seen as a barometer for political dynamics in the Mt Kenya region ahead of the 2027 General Election.