Speaking during a church service in Kajiado County, Gachagua claimed that the Akorino members were promised KSh 10,000 each before attending the event but instead received KSh 3,000 upon arrival.
He alleged that the payments were handed in envelopes at the State House gate with instructions not to open them immediately.
According to Gachagua, one of the attendees later informed him of the lower amount, expressing frustration over transport costs, lunch, and time spent at the event.
He sympathised with the group, saying they had incurred losses despite attending the function in good faith.
He further advised communities to be cautious when accepting invitations to political or State functions without clear agreements on compensation.
However, President Ruto dismissed the allegations, strongly defending his administration and criticising Gachagua’s remarks.
He accused the former Deputy President of spreading misinformation and questioned his authority over individuals attending national events. Ruto maintained that his focus remains on uniting the country and preparing for the 2027 General Election.
The political exchange adds to the growing tension between the two former allies, who have increasingly taken opposing positions in Kenya’s political landscape.
Meanwhile, former President Uhuru Kenyatta has recently been linked to emerging political realignments in the Mt Kenya region, further intensifying speculation ahead of the next election cycle.
During the same State House event, Akorino leader and content creator Karangu Muraya made remarks suggesting that the Holy Spirit had revealed President Ruto would serve two terms, comments that drew mixed reactions online.
The incident has sparked debate over political messaging, religious involvement in state events, and transparency in public engagements as the country edges closer to the 2027 elections.
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