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HomeDaily NewsWednesday, August 27, 2025Gachagua Accuses Ruto of Corruption; Lawmakers Demand Resignation of CS Duale - August 2025
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Gachagua Accuses Ruto of Corruption; Lawmakers Demand Resignation of CS Duale - August 2025

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of introducing a "high level of corruption" into the National Assembly, claiming the president lacks the moral authority to address the issue. Gachagua alleged Ruto is "leading from the front" in corrupt practices. While defending his recent US tour, Gachagua also revealed details of a pre-2022 election pact with President Ruto concerning government positions. Separately, lawmakers from Kenya Moja, led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, are demanding the immediate resignation of Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale. The legislators also called for Social Health Authority (SHA) board chair Mohamed Abdi to step down over alleged multibillion-shilling fraud at the SHA. The group has demanded a Commission of Inquiry into the agency within 48 hours.

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Kenya Moja leaders demand Duale, SHA bosses quit over fraud claims

Kenya Moja leaders demand Duale, SHA bosses quit over fraud claims

Lawmakers from Kenya Moja, led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, are demanding the immediate resignation of Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and Social Health Authority (SHA) board chair Mohamed Abdi over alleged multibillion-shilling fraude at the SHA. The group has called for a Commission of Inquiry into the agency within 48 hours.

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Lawmakers from Kenya Moja, led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, are demanding the immediate resignation of Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and Social Health Authority (SHA) board chair Mohamed Abdi over alleged multibillion-shilling fraude at the SHA. The group has called for a Commission of Inquiry into the agency within 48 hours.

  • Total alleged debt at SHA, including unpaid claims, is a staggering Sh75 billion.
  • The MPs claim CS Duale is linked to the company that developed SHA’s system and Mohamed Abdi is associated with Ladnan Hospital, which allegedly received Sh66 million.
  • Examples of alleged fraud include Divine Sparkle Medical Centre (Homa Bay) receiving Sh2.8 million despite not existing, and Sipili Maternity and Nursing Hospital, which allegedly received nearly Sh5 million after being shut down.
Tuesday 10:00 PMStandard PoliticsFirst

Gachagua fights off 'tribal leader' tag, defends US tour

Gachagua fights off 'tribal leader' tag, defends US tour

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has defended his recent US tour, where he met Kenyans along tribal lines, stating he was invited by community groups. He also revealed details of a pre-2022 election pact with President William Ruto concerning government positions for the Mount Kenya region.

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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has defended his recent US tour, where he met Kenyans along tribal lines, stating he was invited by community groups. He also revealed details of a pre-2022 election pact with President William Ruto concerning government positions for the Mount Kenya region.

  • Gachagua claims a deal was made for the Mount Kenya region to receive 40 percent of government positions if they delivered 70 percent of votes.
  • The former Deputy President stated he had negotiated for key ministries including Finance, Interior, Trade, Lands, and the Attorney General’s office.
  • He expressed regret that the agreement with President William Ruto was not put in writing.
Tuesday 10:55 PMStandard Politics

Gachagua accuses Ruto of entrenching corruption in Parliament

Gachagua accuses Ruto of entrenching corruption in Parliament

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of introducing "high level of corruption" into the National Assembly, jeopardizing the country's position. Gachagua claimed Ruto lacks the moral authority to address corruption among Members of Parliament, alleging he is "leading from the front" in corrupt practices.

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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of introducing "high level of corruption" into the National Assembly, jeopardizing the country's position. Gachagua claimed Ruto lacks the moral authority to address corruption among Members of Parliament, alleging he is "leading from the front" in corrupt practices.

  • Gachagua alleged that President Ruto paid MPs Ksh200,000 each to pass the Finance Bill.
  • The accusations were made by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua against President William Ruto during an interview with Citizen TV.
  • Gachagua further claimed that MPs were paid Ksh500,000 and Senators received Ksh10 million each for his impeachment.
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