Gachagua Claps Back at Ruto Over 'Uneducated' Jibe
Gachagua proceeded to question the authenticity of Ruto's educational achievements...
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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has criticized President William Ruto for allegedly mocking his academic achievements, questioning the authenticity of the Head of State's own education. This exchange follows President Ruto's remarks at a State House meeting with teachers where he implied working with 'uneducated' leaders, like Gachagua, was jeopardizing his administration.
- Gachagua, leader of the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), responded to Ruto's jibe in Nyeri County on September 13.
- President Ruto, speaking on Saturday, September 13, during a forum with over 10,000 teachers at State House in Nairobi, referred to a former deputy who lamented his low education level.
- Ruto contrasted Gachagua's qualifications with those of his current Deputy President, Prof Kithure Kindiki, whom he described as overqualified.
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