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Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua
In a dramatic address from Karen Hospital, impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua made several serious allegations against President William Ruto, asserting a breakdown in their political relationship. Here’s a summary of his key points:
- Housing Programme Opposition: Gachagua urged President Ruto to cease enforcing the Housing Programme on Kenyans, suggesting it is unwelcome.
- Security Withdrawal: He revealed that Ruto ordered the withdrawal of his security while he was hospitalized, raising concerns about his safety.
- Commitment to Fight: Gachagua declared his intention to fight against what he perceived as injustices until the very end.
- Poisoning Allegations: He accused an undercover security agent of attempting to poison his food on August 30 in Kisumu.
- Truthfulness Claims: Gachagua asserted that Ruto is not truthful and harbors animosity towards those who speak the truth.
Rigathi Gachagua
- Confrontation Over Deals: He mentioned confronting Ruto regarding the Adani deal and the Strategic Housing Agenda (SHA), claiming this led Ruto to feel threatened and declare war on him.
- Political Maneuvering: Gachagua alleged that Ruto’s actions were a political game aimed at sidelining him, stating that the President only needed his support for electoral victory.
- Taxation and Eviction Issues: He criticized Ruto for over-taxing citizens and evicting people without compensation, demanding an end to these practices.
- Corruption Claims: Gachagua emphasized the prevalence of corruption under Ruto’s leadership, calling for immediate action against it.
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- Viciousness Accusation: He described Ruto as a “vicious man, full of hate,” warning that any harm to him or his family would hold the President accountable.
- Threat of Violence: Gachagua implied that Ruto wanted to eliminate him politically, referencing former politician Kenneth Matiba’s struggles.
- Further Poisoning Allegations: He also claimed that National Intelligence Service (NIS) officers attempted to poison his food in Nyeri.
Gachagua’s statements highlight a significant rift between him and President Ruto, with serious allegations that could have major implications for their political futures.
