Rigathi Gachagua Claims Kenyans Are Pressurising Him To Vie For President: Want Somebody Truthful

Gachagua Signals Presidential Ambitions Amid Calls for Truthful Leadership
Nairobi — Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has revealed that Kenyans are urging him to step up and lead the country, citing a mandate to bring stability and integrity to governance. Speaking to the US-based Christian Broadcasting Network, Gachagua emphasized the importance of Christian values in leadership, promising a presidency rooted in truthfulness, accountability, and moral conviction.
Gachagua, who was impeached in October 2024 following allegations of corruption and clashes with President William Ruto over protest crackdowns, claimed that his removal was politically motivated. He recounted surviving several assassination attempts and security threats, including armed attacks and poisoning plots, highlighting the personal risks he faced during his tenure. The former deputy president also criticized heavy-handed government actions during protests, insisting that he had repeatedly warned Ruto against harming young demonstrators.
Looking ahead to the 2027 elections, Gachagua positioned himself as a candidate capable of uniting Kenya’s diverse communities. He stressed that young Kenyans, particularly those from the Gen Z generation, have been left to hold leaders accountable amid weakened oversight institutions. Allies of Gachagua, including Irungu Nyakera, outlined strategies for opposition unity, suggesting balanced power-sharing arrangements with Kalonzo Musyoka and Fred Matiang’i, while leaving key positions for Mt Kenya and other regions to strengthen a national coalition against Ruto.
Gachagua’s statements underscore the fluidity of Kenya’s political landscape, as opposition forces strategize to challenge the incumbent president. Analysts suggest that his moral and faith-based appeal, combined with advocacy for accountability and youth engagement, could resonate with voters disillusioned by past governance failures and ongoing political turbulence.