On Tuesday, July 28, 2026, members of Parliament and senators affiliated with the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) appeared in coordinated green outfits to support the party’s inaugural Member of Parliament, Sammy Douglas Kamau Ngotho, as he took his oath of office at the National Assembly.

Videos shared by Kipipiri MP Wanjiku Muhia captured the leaders dressed in the party's signature green. Male members wore green blazers with grey trousers, while female members paired green blazers with skirts or, in some cases, trousers, such as Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara. The group gathered for a photo outside Parliament before chanting slogans opposing the current government.

Earlier that day, Ngotho travelled from Ol Kalou to Nairobi by public matatu for the ceremony, engaging warmly with supporters along the way.

DCP Leadership and Victory

The DCP delegation was led by party secretary general-designate and Nyandarua senator John Methu, who played a key role in the party’s decisive win in the Ol Kalou by-election. Other prominent figures present included Kipipiri MP Wanjiku Muhia, Kiambu Senator Karungo wa Thang’wa, Murang’a Senator Joe Nyutu, Laikipia Senator John Kinyua, Starehe MP Amos Mwago, and Tetu MP Geoffrey Wandeto.

Since the by-election, where Ngotho secured over 85% of votes, the party has maintained a celebratory atmosphere, marking its emergence on Kenya’s political landscape.

Growing Influence of DCP

Last week, DCP senators also made headlines by attending Senate sessions in green attire, a move that sparked reactions from fellow legislators, including Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot, who humorously dubbed them "grasshoppers".

Under the leadership of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, DCP is rapidly rising in prominence. A recent TIFA opinion poll places DCP third in party popularity with 13%, following ODM at 24% and UDA at 19%.

Besides Ngotho’s parliamentary seat, the party also secured three county assembly positions in the recent by-elections, marking a significant achievement for the relatively new political party.