Kindiki: How Gachagua snatched Ruto's running mate from me
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has revealed the behind-the-scenes intrigues of the 2022 Ruto campaign that elevated Rigathi Gachagua to the Deputy President role...
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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki revealed that Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua secured the running mate position for William Ruto in 2022 through alleged blackmail. Kindiki stated that Gachagua threatened a last-minute walkout from UDA, which led to his selection despite party reservations.
- Kindiki accused Gachagua of organizing protests with the chant 'No Rigathi, no Ruto' to pressure UDA leaders during running mate negotiations.
- Rigathi Gachagua was impeached in October 2024 after the Senate approved five out of eleven charges of gross misconduct and constitutional violation.
- The revelations come amidst a fierce rivalry between Kindiki and Gachagua during campaigns for the November 27 by-elections in Mbeere North, where they are backing opposing candidates.
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