Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has issued a stern warning to his predecessor, Rigathi Gachagua, declaring that he will lead efforts to politically isolate him over his growing anti-government rhetoric. Kindiki’s remarks come just hours after Gachagua launched a scathing attack on the Kenya Kwanza administration during a televised interview from his Wamunyoro home.
Addressing a delegation of approximately 2,700 grassroots leaders, religious figures, and economic professionals from Kiambu County, Kindiki dismissed Gachagua’s claims of political dominance in the Mount Kenya region. He emphasized that the government remains steadfast in implementing its promises to Kenyans, irrespective of political popularity.
“The former DP should be panicking over the consultative forums we are holding. He hasn’t seen anything yet. We will run him out of town,” said Kindiki, underscoring the administration’s resolve to counter opposition voices within the ruling coalition.
Gachagua, who has been vocal about his dissatisfaction with the government, has positioned himself as a defender of Mount Kenya’s political and economic interests. He has previously warned that President William Ruto’s administration risks alienating its support base if it does not prioritize the region’s concerns. However, Kindiki dismissed these assertions, arguing that President Ruto is a visionary leader who is committed to national transformation regardless of political consequences.
“President William Ruto is a transformative leader. He will do the right thing, no matter how unpopular it makes him. Threats of a one-term presidency do not bother him,” Kindiki asserted.
Since assuming office, Kindiki’s Karen residence has become a hub of political activity, hosting leaders from across the country to discuss government development agendas. So far, he has met leaders from more than eight counties, with additional forums scheduled in the coming days. These meetings are viewed as part of a broader strategy to consolidate government support at the grassroots level while countering Gachagua’s influence.
The escalating tension between the two leaders signals a growing rift within Kenya Kwanza, with Gachagua’s faction pushing back against what they perceive as political sidelining. As the political battle intensifies, the Mount Kenya region remains a key battleground that could shape the trajectory of the 2027 elections.
Whether Gachagua will maintain his grip on the region or be politically neutralized by Kindiki and his allies remains to be seen. What is clear, however, is that the internal power struggle within Kenya Kwanza is far from over.
