Gachagua Sets Conditions for Possible Deal With Ruto
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has now said he is open to working with President William Ruto again, but only if certain issues are addressed first.
Speaking on Wednesday afternoon during the burial ceremony of the late former Ol Kalou MP David Kiaraho in Nyandarua County, Gachagua explained that he would only be willing to cooperate with the Head of State if the President distanced himself from some of the leaders around him, whom he accused of giving him poor political advice and creating unnecessary divisions.
While addressing mourners, Gachagua called for calm and respect throughout the ceremony, reminding those in attendance that the event was meant to honour the life of the late legislator and should not be turned into a political battlefield.
He specifically urged his supporters to avoid chanting hostile political slogans, especially the now common “one term” chants directed at President Ruto whenever he rises to speak.
Gachagua said that if the President stepped onto the podium, he did not want to hear anyone shouting such slogans.
He stressed that they had once supported and elected Ruto out of trust, respect, and goodwill, and because of that history, the office of the President still deserves dignity and respect, even in moments of political disagreement.
He added that the President had attended the burial in good faith, and for that reason, mourners should receive him respectfully.
At the same time, Gachagua maintained that the main challenge was not Ruto personally, but rather some of the people surrounding him, whom he believes continue to fuel misunderstandings and political hostility.
The former DP further noted that President Ruto was elected through the support and goodwill of millions of Kenyans and therefore deserves the opportunity to serve without being subjected to public humiliation during solemn national events.
He said political differences should never erase the respect owed to the country’s leadership, especially during occasions of mourning where unity and dignity should come first.
His remarks have now sparked fresh speculation about a possible political truce between him and his former boss, despite the bitter and highly public fallout that followed their fallout from government. Many observers now see his statement as a sign that doors for dialogue may not be fully closed after all.
During the same speech, Gachagua sharply criticised National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah, accusing him of allegedly contributing to rising political tension and violence in the Mt Kenya region.
According to Gachagua, the Kikuyu lawmaker was allegedly involved in plans to hire goons to disrupt his upcoming political visit to Kikuyu Constituency, where he is expected to hold a rally later this week.
Gachagua claimed that ahead of his Saturday visit, he had personally appealed to President Ruto to intervene and stop any attempts to mobilise violent groups to attack his convoy, intimidate his supporters, or destroy businesses in the area.
He said such acts would only worsen political temperatures in the region and create fear among ordinary wananchi.
In addition, the former Deputy President also used the opportunity to raise concern over the growing problem of drug and substance abuse in the Mt Kenya region.
He called on President Ruto’s administration to move with speed and fully address the crisis, saying that although the issue has been discussed before, many families in the region are still suffering and more decisive action is needed.
Overall, Gachagua’s speech blended a message of possible reconciliation, political warning, and regional concern, making it one of the most closely watched moments from the Nyandarua burial ceremony.
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