Ruto Fires Back at Gachagua, Methu Over Explosive Burial Remarks - April 2026

President William Ruto publicly countered remarks made by Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua during a funeral ceremony in Nyandarua County at the burial of late Ol Kalou MP David Kiaraho. Ruto asserted his authority, stating he does not require permission to visit any part of Kenya. Former Deputy President Gachagua revealed that the late MP David Kiaraho was the architect behind his Wamunyoro residence, while setting conditions for working with Ruto. Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi was seriously injured after an attack in Kisumu and will be airlifted to Nairobi for urgent medical attention. Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga strongly criticized Gachagua for allegedly making reckless and tribal remarks attempting to undermine national unity.

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Ruto Fires Back at Gachagua, Methu Over Explosive Burial Remarks

President William Ruto has publicly countered remarks made by Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua during a funeral ceremony in Nyandarua County. The exchange occurred at the burial of the late Ol Kalou MP David Kiaraho.