Matiang'i faces Mt Kenya test as Jubilee leaders question his leadership
 Jubilee Deputy Party leader Fred Matiangi’s ability to climb the mountain to endear himself to the masses has been put to question..
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Jubilee's presidential candidate Fred Matiang'i is facing internal criticism from within his own party's leadership regarding his alliance with Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua.
- Section of Jubilee leaders claim Matiang'i is allowing Gachagua to dominate opposition political activities.
- Key individuals involved include Fred Matiang'i and Rigathi Gachagua.
- Accusations center on Matiang'i allegedly failing to lead in mobilization, branding, and securing airtime for Jubilee candidates during rallies.
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