President Ruto hits back at Gachagua in escalating political feud - March 2026

President William Ruto has publicly responded to remarks made by Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, signaling an escalation in their political differences. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has attributed leadership failures to the current government, stating that the government's actions have led to a decline in the country's economic standing. In a separate development, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has refuted claims made by President William Ruto that the opposition is deliberately damaging the country's image. President William Ruto has also pledged to address a dispute concerning the will of the late Nyeri Governor James Nderitu Gachagua, made after receiving a letter from Gachagua's family members.