Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has publicly criticized former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, stating that Gachagua's issues are with President William Ruto personally, not with the Mt. Kenya region.

• Ruku defended Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, asserting he is not "a son of a lesser God" and is secure in his position, even suggesting he will be Ruto's running mate in 2027.
• Key figures involved are Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, with Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and President William Ruto also central to the discussion.
• Ruku accused Gachagua of holding the Mt. Kenya region "to ransom" through divisive politics and personal grievances stemming from his impeachment, dismissing claims of a broader rift between the Kikuyu community and President Ruto.

Cabinet Secretary (CS) Ruku has publicly contrasted two prominent political figures from the Mt Kenya region, labeling one as a "thief" and the other as a "humble leader." This strong statement challenges a specific individual's claim to leadership in the region.

• A Cabinet Secretary has directly accused Gachagua of being a "thief" and a "rascal" (mtukutu, mwizi na mkora).
• CS Ruku praised Kindiki, describing him as someone who "knows how to work and is humble" (anajua kufanya kazi na ni mnyenyekevu).
• The remarks were made in the context of dismissing Gachagua's perceived claim to Mt Kenya leadership.

Concerns are rising at State House as former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is accused of repeatedly preempting official announcements made by President William Ruto.

• Rigathi Gachagua has allegedly leaked details about national addresses, long-term policy targets, and executive messaging on public projects and security.
• The actions are reportedly causing embarrassment to President William Ruto and State House operations.
• This pattern of pre-emptive communication raises questions about internal leaks and coordination within the administration.