Gloves Off as Gachagua Accuses Ruto of Rewarding Kindiki With DP Slot for Role in Abductions

 

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has intensified his criticism of President William Ruto, accusing him of promoting leaders based on political loyalty rather than integrity.

Speaking during a past gathering, Gachagua openly questioned the circumstances that led to the appointment of Deputy President Kithure Kindiki.

Addressing the congregation, Gachagua alleged that Kindiki’s elevation to the second-highest office in the land was influenced by his role in security operations earlier this year, particularly during protests by young people. 

According to Gachagua, those operations involved abductions and harsh crackdowns, which he claimed were carried out when Kindiki was serving as Interior Cabinet Secretary.

Gachagua argued that such actions should not be rewarded, insisting that leadership should be built on accountability and respect for human rights.

He told worshippers that he personally chose not to be part of what he described as questionable operations, saying his faith and personal values could not allow it.

The former Deputy President also accused the current administration of mismanaging public resources and failing to listen to ordinary citizens. 

He claimed that government spending was not transparent and alleged that funds were sometimes used to secure political loyalty instead of addressing the needs of the public.

In addition, Gachagua criticized what he termed as a culture of deception in leadership, arguing that Kenyans deserved honesty and openness from those in power. 

He warned that continued dissatisfaction among citizens could have political consequences in the coming elections, urging leaders to “listen to the ground” and understand the frustrations many people are experiencing.

The remarks come amid a growing war of words between Gachagua and President Ruto, with disagreements extending beyond governance to issues of education and qualifications. 

In recent comments, President Ruto suggested that Kindiki’s academic background made him well suited for leadership, remarks that were widely interpreted as a comparison with Gachagua.

Responding to those sentiments, Gachagua dismissed the emphasis on academic credentials, saying leadership should be measured by character, honesty, and commitment to serving the people rather than by certificates alone.