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Murkomen Brands Gachagua Father of Violence
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has publicly labeled former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua as the "father of violence" in a heated exchange that escalated their existing political rivalry. This followed earlier exchanges where the two traded fresh barbs, with Murkomen and Gachagua engaging in a public battle of words. The conflict comes as Ol Kalou Parliamentary by-election emerges as a critical political battleground, with both President Ruto and Gachagua fighting for Mt Kenya supremacy in what analysts view as a preview for the 2027 general elections.
Gachagua Dismisses Intimidation Ahead of 2027 Candidate Announcement
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed claims of government intimidation, asserting that the opposition will unveil its presidential candidate for 2027. This announcement comes amid ongoing public discourse regarding the political landscape and upcoming elections. Meanwhile, opposition leaders Dr Fred Matiang'i, Martha Karua, and James Orengo have declared that the selection of their presidential flag bearer will not be a secretive process but an inclusive one involving public consultation. Separately, the Orange Democratic Movement party is accused of abandoning its founding principles of fighting state abuse, with its stalwarts reportedly now supporting President William Ruto's alleged repressive tactics.
