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July 31, 2026
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Ruku: Gachagua's problem is with Ruto, not Mt. Kenya

Ruku: Gachagua's problem is with Ruto, not Mt. Kenya

Public Service CS Geoffrey Ruku rebukes former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, saying Deputy President Kithure Kindiki is "not a son of a lesser God" and deserves respect...

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Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has publicly criticized former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, stating that Gachagua's issues are with President William Ruto personally, not with the Mt. Kenya region.

  • Ruku defended Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, asserting he is not "a son of a lesser God" and is secure in his position, even suggesting he will be Ruto's running mate in 2027.
  • Key figures involved are Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, with Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and President William Ruto also central to the discussion.
  • Ruku accused Gachagua of holding the Mt. Kenya region "to ransom" through divisive politics and personal grievances stemming from his impeachment, dismissing claims of a broader rift between the Kikuyu community and President Ruto.

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Ruku Defends DP Kindiki, Labels Gachagua a Thief - August 2026

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has publicly defended Deputy President Kithure Kindiki against attacks from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, while labeling Gachagua a "thief" and Kindiki a "humble leader." Ruku stated that Gachagua's issues are with President William Ruto personally, not with the Mt. Kenya region. Separately, concerns are rising at State House as Gachagua is accused of repeatedly preempting official announcements made by President Ruto, with leaks from his speeches embarrassing the president. At the same time, MPs like Mwengi Mutuse have expressed support for Ruto's development agenda and called for a new vision beyond Vision 2030.

Ruku defends DP Kindiki, tells Gachagua to stop attacks
Ruku defends DP Kindiki, tells Gachagua to stop attacks

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Gachagua a thief, Kindiki a humble leader, says CS Ruku
Gachagua a thief, Kindiki a humble leader, says CS Ruku

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State House Leaks-Gachagua's moles embarassing president Ruto
State House Leaks-Gachagua's moles embarassing president Ruto

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Mutuse backs Ruto, calls for new vision beyond 2030
Mutuse backs Ruto, calls for new vision beyond 2030

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