The Lower Eastern Times Opening The Third Eye
Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has warned 53 companies he alleges are involved in the production and distribution of illicit alcohol that their operations could be shut down if the United Opposition forms the next government.
Speaking while addressing a diaspora caucus in Dallas, Texas, Gachagua accused the companies of producing alcoholic beverages that he said are endangering Kenyans, particularly young people.
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The former Deputy President also alleged that some of the companies have remained in operation through bribery of senior government officials.
Gachagua said an administration led by the opposition would take tougher measures against illicit alcohol and hard drugs, promising that the 53 companies would be targeted within a month of taking office.
He warned the alleged manufacturers to consider other businesses, including tea, coffee, avocado farming and tourism, instead of producing what he referred to as “killer brews.”
Gachagua also said an opposition administration would intensify efforts to prevent the trafficking and use of hard drugs, including cocaine and cannabis, in Kenya.
The DCP leader has previously criticised the government over the availability of illicit alcohol, particularly in parts of Central Kenya. During his tenure as Deputy President, he was involved in campaigns aimed at curbing the sale and consumption of illicit brews.
On a previous occasion, Gachagua alleged that the crackdown had weakened after his removal from office, claiming that illicit alcohol had returned to parts of the region and was affecting young
