Tag: #Gachagua
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Gachagua: I Will Back Stronger Candidate to Unseat Ruto
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has declared that he is ready to lead the opposition into the next general election, but signaled he would step aside if a stronger candidate emerges. Speaking during an interview on NTV Kenya on Monday, Gachagua said he is prepared to carry the opposition flag and believes he is up…
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Mystery, Power and Politics: Who Killed Johanna Ng’eno?
The death of Emurua Dikirr MP Johanna Ng’eno in a helicopter crash has ignited a storm of grief, suspicion, and political accusations across the country. Months before his tragic demise, Ng’eno had narrated a chilling ordeal. He claimed he was once picked from his constituency and taken to a police station, where he was held…
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Gachagua Releases Statement on Johanna Ngeno Helicopter Death
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has strongly refuted claims circulating online alleging that he celebrated the death of Johanna Ngeno, terming the reports as malicious propaganda by state-sponsored bloggers. In a firm statement, Gachagua expressed deep sorrow over the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the life of the Emurua Dikirr MP, describing him as a…
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Gachagua Blames CS Murkomen, PS Omolo for Rising Insecurity in Rallies
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has released a strongly worded statement condemning the state of security in the country, faulting Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Principal Secretary Raymond Omolo for what he described as orchestrating violence against ordinary citizens. Gachagua described the situation as “very, very sad,” saying that since independence, Kenya, long regarded…
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United Opposition Face Police Teargas in the CBD
Police on Monday dispersed a section of opposition leaders and their supporters in Nairobi’s central business district after anti-riot officers lobbed tear gas canisters into a gathering that had briefly paralysed activity in the area. The leaders including former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, and DAP-K party leader Eugene Wamalwa were leading…
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Kalonzo, Oburu Hold Private Talks in Machakos Amid Azimio Leadership Row
Kalonzo Musyoka on Friday held closed-door talks with Oburu Oginga in Machakos as tensions continue to simmer within the Azimio la Umoja-One Kenya Coalition Party. The meeting, described as strategic and consultative, comes at a time when the coalition is grappling with an internal leadership dispute that has exposed divisions among key principals. Although details…
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War of Words Erupts Between Gachagua and Kihika Over Nakuru Police Claims
A sharp political clash has erupted between former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika following Gachagua’s allegations of police interference during his recent tour of Nakuru County. In a strongly worded statement addressed to the Inspector General of Police, Gachagua accused the National Police Service (NPS) of abandoning its constitutional duty of…
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Gachagua Piles Pressure on Northern Kenya Leaders, Demands Accountability
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has intensified calls for accountability among Northern Kenya leaders, insisting that the days of incompetence and misappropriation of public funds are over. Speaking on Thursday, Gachagua emphasized that every leader will now be held responsible for their actions. “Our commitment to ensuring accountability and transparency in the management of public…
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Gachagua Threatens Nationwide ‘Raila Protests’ to Stop Ruto
DCP Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has issued a warning that he will mobilise nationwide protests if the government fails to act against individuals he claims are behind repeated disruptions at his public meetings. Speaking during a recent rally, the former Deputy President accused security officers and hired goons of deliberately causing chaos at his gatherings,…
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Ruto Faults Gachagua Over Othaya Church Chaos, Warns Against Politicising Worship
President William Ruto has publicly addressed the violent disruption that occurred during a church service in Othaya, Nyeri County, which was attended by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, blaming political interference for the chaos. Speaking on Sunday, February 1, at the PEFA All Nations Gospel Church in Gikomba, the Head of State condemned disorder and…