Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua recently accused President William Ruto of betraying the Mount Kenya region, a key voting bloc that significantly contributed to Ruto’s electoral victory.
Speaking in Mount Kenya, Gachagua lamented that Ruto used symbolic gestures like carrying the Bible to woo voters but has since turned against the region.
He suggested that Ruto is no longer a friend to Mount Kenya and vowed to rally the electorate against him in the 2027 elections, asserting that the region would send Ruto back to Sugoi, his rural home.
This outburst comes amidst growing tensions between the two leaders, with Gachagua alleging that Ruto supports moves to impeach him.
These claims have sparked debates, with some Mount Kenya leaders defending Gachagua and urging the president to intervene.
They argue that impeachment proceedings could fracture the Kenya Kwanza coalition and alienate Mount Kenya voters, who view Gachagua as their primary representative in the administration.
The political rivalry has deepened divisions within the ruling coalition, with Gachagua positioning himself as the defender of Mount Kenya’s interests.
He insists that his role was instrumental in Ruto’s election and has warned against actions that could undermine the region’s influence in government.
This unfolding drama highlights the fragility of alliances in Kenyan politics and the challenges of maintaining unity within diverse coalitions.
Rigathi Gachagua: Ni vizuri William Ruto alianza vita na sisi mapema. Alikuja hapa Mt Kenya na Biblia kutudanganya. Tumejua yeye ni adui. 2027 tutampeleka yeye Sugoi. pic.twitter.com/PIJxHBCNgf
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