Opposition political activist Nuru Okanga has broken his silence after allegedly being attacked by unknown assailants on his way home.
On November 15, 2026, Okanga shared photographs of his injuries showing facial swelling, bleeding and a large bandage covering part of his face near the eye.
Despite the injuries, Okanga clarified that the incident would not force him to abandon his political activities.
“We shall not be intimidated; we shall not surrender. God is not finished with me yet! Aluta Continua! Wantam! Nuru Okanga stated.
According to the activist, he was receiving treatment in the hospital after the incident, which he alleges was meant to silence him.
Further, he quoted Isaiah 54:17 as he thanked God for his life, affirming that his journey is yet to be completed.
Kenyans React To Alleged Attack
Following the alleged attack, some members of the public have expressed concern for Okanga’s safety and urged him to be more cautious in his political engagements.
Micah Otieno urged Okanga not to risk his life while advocating for others, emphasising that politics can claim his life at any moment.
“There is no need for fighting for the masses at the expense of your life. Remember, better a live coward than a dead hero,” Micah Otieno said.
Others called for restraint in political discourse, arguing that there was a difference between insulting leaders and constructively criticising them.
Meanwhile, some questioned the circumstances surrounding the alleged attack, asking who was responsible for targeting the activist.
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Earlier Claims Of Death Threats
Ahead of the first anniversary of Raila Odinga’s death, Okanga said he had received death threats.
On October 15, 2026, he said threatening calls and messages had forced him to abandon plans to attend the commemoration in Bondo, Siaya County.
Okanga alleged that individuals had threatened to attack him and other opposition supporters travelling to the event.
He called on security agencies to investigate the claims and protect those attending the memorial.
Nuru Okanga’s Recent Political Disagreements
Politically, Okanga has long supported the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
The alleged attack comes against the backdrop of disagreements between Okanga and some figures within the Linda Mwananchi movement.
In August 2026, he announced that he was stepping away from Team Linda Mwananchi, accusing some of its leaders of sidelining grassroots mobilisers and failing to recognise leaders from Western Kenya.
He further criticised Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna over the Bungoma rallies held in July, claiming that leaders from the region were overlooked while other personalities were given prominence.
Despite the criticism, in September, he praised the turnout at the Linda Mwananchi rally held at Jacaranda Grounds, organised by Sifuna and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino.
Nuru Okanga appealed to DCP party leader Rigathi Gachagua to end his extended stay in the United States on October 9.
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Previous Court Case
Okanga was also involved in a court case over a social media video allegedly containing threatening remarks about President William Ruto.
In January 2026, a Nairobi court acquitted him of three charges relating to the alleged publication of false and threatening information online.
The prosecution had accused him of being linked to a video that allegedly contained remarks urging Gachagua to use his former experience as a District Commissioner to shoot the President.
However, Milimani Principal Magistrate Rose Ndombi ruled that the prosecution had failed to establish a prima facie case against him.
The court noted that investigators had not sufficiently demonstrated that Okanga authored, uploaded or distributed the disputed video.
Nuru Okanga was acquitted under Section 210 of the Criminal Procedure Code.
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