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Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo is reportedly facilitating talks between former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to form a formidable opposition against President William Ruto in the 2027 elections. This comes as Rigathi Gachagua stated he and Uhuru Kenyatta are to blame for making William Ruto popular in Mt Kenya, and he now vows to correct his mistake by mobilizing against Ruto. Gachagua also denied orchestrating an attack on himself at a church in Nyeri County, instead calling it an attempted assassination and accusing President Ruto of authoritarian tendencies. These negotiations represent recent efforts to reconcile Kenyatta and Gachagua despite their past antagonistic relationship. Broadening the coalition, former Chief Justice David Maraga has signaled his intention to unite with other opposition leaders to challenge President Ruto, emphasizing his commitment to fighting corruption.
