Ruto Says He Earned Embu Votes Himself, Says 35-Year Bond Predates Gachagua Alliance
NAIROBI,Kenya, Jul 5- President William Ruto has pushed back against claims by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua that he owes his support in the Mt Kenya region to their former…..
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President William Ruto has asserted that his support in Embu County was self-earned over decades, directly refuting claims by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua that the Mt Kenya vote was delivered by their alliance.
- Ruto emphasized a personal relationship with Embu dating back 35 years, predating his presidency and any political alliance.
- Key individuals involved include President William Ruto and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, with support also voiced by Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire and Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku.
- The remarks come amid intensifying political rivalry in the Mt Kenya region ahead of the 2027 General Election.
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President William Ruto has implored Kenyans to reject tribal politics, emphasizing national unity as crucial for development and prosperity. Speaking in Embu County, he stated his administration's commitment to a unified approach to economic progress. Ruto has asserted that his support in Embu County was self-earned over decades, directly refuting claims by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua that the Mt Kenya vote was delivered by their alliance. Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire and Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku have publicly defended their political alliance with President William Ruto, pledging to rally Mt Kenya East behind him for the 2027 General Election due to perceived significant development in the region.
