President William Ruto’s latest tour of the Mt Kenya region took an unexpected and dramatic turn as tensions between him and Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua erupted into a public showdown. What was meant to be a political charm offensive quickly transformed into a heated exchange, with both leaders taking veiled jabs at each other. Gachagua, who has been vocal about ensuring Mt Kenya gets its “fair share” in government, did not hold back, accusing certain factions of sidelining the region despite its overwhelming support in the last election.
Ruto, in response, countered Gachagua’s claims, insisting that his administration is focused on national unity and economic progress, not regional favoritism. His remarks were seen as a direct dismissal of Gachagua’s push for a more Mt Kenya-centered political agenda. The fiery exchange has left political analysts wondering whether Kenya Kwanza’s internal cracks are widening beyond repair. The crowd, caught between the two leaders, witnessed a rare moment of political friction that could shape the future of the alliance.
As the dust settles, the big question remains: Who’s fooling who? Is Gachagua genuinely fighting for his people, or is he playing a political game to secure his own influence? And is Ruto’s national unity rhetoric an attempt to downplay growing dissatisfaction in his deputy’s backyard? With 2027 looming, this battle for Mt Kenya’s loyalty is only getting started, and all eyes are now on the next move from both camps.
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