Gachagua Alleges New Ruto Plot to Split ODM
Gachagua became the latest leader to claim there was an elaborate plot by President William Ruto to cause more cracks within ODM...
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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of a new plan to destabilize the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party by encouraging key figures to demand leadership roles or form new parties.
- Gachagua alleged that Ruto instructed Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho and Co-operatives CS Wycliffe Oparanya to challenge for ODM leadership or establish their own parties.
- He also defended former President Uhuru Kenyatta, refuting claims linking him to internal ODM battles and urging the party not to attack Kenyatta.
- The allegations come amidst ongoing leadership disputes within ODM and calls for a National Delegates Committee (NDC) to address infighting, especially after some Coast leaders demanded Joho be named ODM party leader.
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Political Tensions Involving Ruto and Gachagua Fuel Allegations and Loyalty Declarations - January 2026
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua accused President William Ruto of a new plan to destabilize the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party. Gachagua claims Ruto is encouraging key figures to demand leadership roles or form new parties. Separately, Kiambu Senator Karungo wa Thang’wa alerted authorities to an alleged plot against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua during his Gatundu visit. The senator cited threatening messages and the mobilization of "goons" aiming to harm Gachagua. Amid these tensions, Nyeri County Governor Mutahi Kahiga publicly reaffirmed his loyalty to President Ruto and the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), dispelling rumors of defection to Gachagua's party. Kahiga's declaration came days after he hosted Gachagua, which had led to speculation about his political alignment.
