Waiguru Addresses Reports Linking Her to Gachagua's Camp
With the Mt Kenya region experiencing shifts in political alliances, Waiguru urged her followers to be patient, noting that the elections are still some time away...
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Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has publicly denied claims of joining retired Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's political faction, asserting her political independence as the 2027 elections approach. She warned supporters against premature political alignments and questioned the lack of parliamentary representation within Gachagua's emerging camp.
- Waiguru dismissed suggestions of Gachagua's presidential ambitions, citing constitutional bars and a lack of clear purpose in his political movement.
- She challenged Gachagua's claim to be the Mt. Kenya kingpin, stating that former President Uhuru Kenyatta still holds the title.
- Waiguru emphasized the importance of unity among 43 communities, stating that the Kikuyu community's votes alone are insufficient.
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