DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua has declined to appear before NCIC on August 27, citing a foreign trip scheduled from August 26 to October 20. His lawyers demanded original audio-visual recordings and certified transcripts of remarks under investigation, arguing the allegations lacked context and precise details. They maintained the statements did not violate the National Cohesion and Integration Act, while confirming Gachagua’s willingness to cooperate with lawful investigations.