Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Saturday accused certain politicians within President William Ruto’s inner circle of attempting to create divisions within the coalition. Gachagua specifically targeted leaders from the Rift Valley, claiming they are misleading the Mt Kenya region and undermining unity. Gachagua Criticizes Rift Valley Leaders.
Focus on Service Delivery
Gachagua emphasized his commitment to ensuring President Ruto’s success in delivering services to all Kenyans. He called for an end to political tensions, urging those causing discord to step aside. “As Deputy President, I have the responsibility to ensure that President Ruto succeeds in service delivery to all Kenyans. My focus at the moment is service delivery, period. Those out to cause political tension should leave us alone,” he stated.
Unity in Support of President Ruto
The Deputy President assured that Mt Kenya’s support for President Ruto remains steadfast. He reminded critics that the Kenya Kwanza government was built on sacrifices and hardships faced during the elections. Gachagua’s remarks were made during a women and youth empowerment event in Kesses constituency, Uasin Gishu, where he highlighted the excessive expenditure on choppers for meetings in Central Kenya despite the economic challenges faced by ordinary citizens.
Call for Respect and Jurisdiction
Gachagua criticized those attempting to reorganize Mt Kenya, insisting that only the region’s residents understand its complexities. “Msitupange mlima Kenya kwa maana hamtawezana (do not seek to align us because we are firm). Mt Kenya is so complicated and only mountaineers understand it,” he said. He also emphasized the need for leaders to respect their jurisdictions and avoid unnecessary political maneuvering.
Support and Unity Until Ruto’s Term Completion
Gachagua reiterated Mt Kenya’s unwavering support for President Ruto throughout his two terms, pledging to respect any decisions made by the Rift Valley after Ruto’s presidency. He called on Rift Valley elders to help manage leaders overstepping their boundaries to prevent the region from becoming a hub of political drama.
Rift Valley Leaders Back Gachagua
In a show of solidarity, leaders from President Ruto’s backyard, including Senators Samson Cherargei, Jackson Mandago, and Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, expressed their support for Gachagua. They dismissed claims of a split within Kenya Kwanza and urged Kenyans to back the government. Tindiret MP Julius Meli and Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei acknowledged the crucial role Gachagua played during the last General Election and called for reciprocal support for the Deputy President.
Conclusion
Deputy President Gachagua’s call for unity and focus on service delivery underscores the need for political cohesion within Kenya Kwanza. As internal dynamics play out, the emphasis remains on supporting President Ruto’s administration and ensuring stability and progress for all Kenyans. Gachagua Criticizes Rift Valley Leaders.
