Gachagua blames Ruto for BATUK's relocation to Tanzania
DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua has blamed President William Ruto's administration for the relocation of the British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK) activities from Nyanyuki to Tanzania...
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Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has blamed President William Ruto's administration for the relocation of the British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK) activities from Nyanyuki to Tanzania.
- The relocation of the facility is expected to lead to the collapse of Nyanyuki Town's economy and the loss of 500 jobs.
- Key figures involved include Rigathi Gachagua and President William Ruto.
- Gachagua claimed the relocation was due to corruption and vowed to reveal the truth to the public, while also stating his commitment to uniting Mt Kenya and voting out President Ruto.
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