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HomeDaily NewsWednesday, April 8, 2026Ruto Fires Back at Gachagua, Methu Over Explosive Burial Remarks - April 2026
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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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Wednesday 3:09 PMKenyans

Ruto Fires Back at Gachagua, Methu Over Explosive Burial Remarks

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.

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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.

  • President Ruto asserted his right to address Kenyans without seeking permission from anyone, directly responding to Gachagua's earlier assertion of leadership in the Mt Kenya region.
  • Key figures involved include President William Ruto and Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
  • Gachagua had also accused National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah of fuelling violence and criticized National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula.
Tuesday 8:58 PMCapital NewsFirst

Wanga Slams Gachagua Over ‘Tribal Remarks’, Defends ODM and Calls for National Unity

Wanga Slams Gachagua Over ‘Tribal Remarks’, Defends ODM and Calls for National Unity

Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga has strongly criticized former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for allegedly making "reckless and tribal remarks" and attempting to undermine national unity.

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Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga has strongly criticized former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for allegedly making "reckless and tribal remarks" and attempting to undermine national unity.

  • Wanga defended the Luo community against accusations of being likened to 'barking dogs' and asserted that ODM is a strong national institution that cannot be sold.
  • Key individuals involved include Gladys Wanga (Homa Bay Governor and Chairperson of ODM) and Rigathi Gachagua (former Deputy President).
  • Wanga also accused Gachagua of hypocrisy for invoking the legacy of Raila Odinga and criticized his past remarks towards Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan.
Wednesday 1:57 PMKenyans

Gachagua Sets Conditions for Ruto Deal

Gachagua Sets Conditions for Ruto Deal

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has stated he is open to working with President William Ruto, but has laid out specific conditions.

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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has stated he is open to working with President William Ruto, but has laid out specific conditions.

  • Gachagua's primary condition is that President Ruto stops interacting with certain political allies he claims are misleading him.
  • The former DP made his remarks during the burial ceremony of the late former Ol Kalou Member of Parliament, David Kiaraho.
  • He urged supporters to refrain from chanting "one term" slogans against the President, emphasizing that Ruto was elected out of goodwill and deserves respect.
Wednesday 2:35 PMKTN News (Youtube)

I am the President and I can go anywhere in Kenya, I no need no permission, Ruto tells Gachagua

President William Ruto has asserted his authority, stating he does not require permission to visit any part of Kenya, seemingly in response to perceived friction with Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

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President William Ruto has asserted his authority, stating he does not require permission to visit any part of Kenya, seemingly in response to perceived friction with Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

  • The President's declaration emphasizes executive prerogative and presidential authority over travel within the nation.
  • Key figures involved are President William Ruto and Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
  • This statement comes amidst reports of potential political divergences between the two leaders, highlighting the dynamics within the Kenyan administration.
Wednesday 2:53 PMKenyans

ODM Senator Airlifted to Nairobi After Attack

ODM Senator Airlifted to Nairobi After Attack

Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi was seriously injured after an attack in Kisumu and will be airlifted to Nairobi for urgent medical attention.

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Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi was seriously injured after an attack in Kisumu and will be airlifted to Nairobi for urgent medical attention.

  • The Senator was attacked while getting a haircut in the Acacia area of Kisumu.
  • The incident involved gun-wielding individuals who confronted the senator and subjected him to physical manhandling.
  • Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna confirmed the attack and has called for immediate police action.
Wednesday 3:03 PMKenyans

Gachagua Reveals Architect Behind Wamunyoro Residence

Gachagua Reveals Architect Behind Wamunyoro Residence

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua revealed that the late Member of Parliament for Ol Kalau Constituency, David Kiaraho, was the architect behind his Wamunyoro residence.

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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua revealed that the late Member of Parliament for Ol Kalau Constituency, David Kiaraho, was the architect behind his Wamunyoro residence.

  • The late David Kiaraho drew the architectural blueprint for the Wamunyoro residence.
  • Key figures: Rigathi Gachagua and the late David Kiaraho.
  • Their friendship began in 1985 at the National Youth Service and was solidified at the University of Nairobi where Kiaraho studied architecture.
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