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Rigathi Gachagua

News on Rigathi Gachagua, Kenya's former Deputy President. Updates on his political activities and public engagements.

Rigathi Gachagua is Kenya's former Deputy President who served from 2022 to 2024. A seasoned politician and former Member of Parliament for Mathira constituency, he has extensive experience in public service and governance. His political career includes various leadership positions and active involvement in Mount Kenya region politics and national affairs.

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Last updated September 7, 2025

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Gachagua Affirms Opposition’s Unity in Push Against President Ruto

Gachagua Affirms Opposition’s Unity in Push Against President Ruto

NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 7 - Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has reiterated that the Opposition remains united in its efforts to remove President - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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Which way for Gachagua as DCP candidate for Mbeere North decamps

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Which way for Gachagua as DCP candidate for Mbeere North decamps

Democracy for Citizens Party had picked Duncan Mbui for the Mbeere North by-elections.

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Gachagua Speaks After Chaos Erupt Over DCP Leadership Positions

Gachagua Speaks After Chaos Erupt Over DCP Leadership Positions

He addressed a standoff within the party as members clashed over a change of leadership.

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Gachagua Ally Reveals Intrigues Behind Karura Forest Saga

Gachagua Ally Reveals Intrigues Behind Karura Forest Saga

His sentiments come on the back of a court order over the Forest's entrance payment system.

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Chaos in Gachagua's Party as Leadership Wrangles Emerge

Chaos in Gachagua's Party as Leadership Wrangles Emerge

Despite the chaos, DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua is yet to issue a formal statement.

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MP Sends Message to Ruto After Release Over Terrorism Charges

MP Sends Message to Ruto After Release Over Terrorism Charges

The MP is known to be an ally of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

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'Impeachment, assassination attempts...' Gachagua likens himself to Donald Trump

'Impeachment, assassination attempts...' Gachagua likens himself to Donald Trump

Gachagua likened himself to Trump, who was impeached twice by the U.S. House of Representatives during his presidency (in 2019 and 2021).

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Gachagua criticises Murkomen over Mandera security claims

Gachagua criticises Murkomen over Mandera security claims

"Why is the Minister of Internal Security clashing with the Governor. The Governor is on the ground. The Governor says there are terrorists in Kenya. The citizens also say there are terrorists in Kenya," said the DCP Leader. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co

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Gachagua slams Murkomen for 'ignoring' Jubaland forces reports

Gachagua slams Murkomen for 'ignoring' Jubaland forces reports

Gachagua criticised Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen for dismissing the reports, citing that the government must take action to secure the safety of Mandera residents. ...

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Babu Owino Cautioned Against Ditching Raila for Gachagua

Babu Owino Cautioned Against Ditching Raila for Gachagua

This is after Babu Owino revealed Raila's plan to endorse Sakaja for Nairobi gubernatorial reelection.

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Ex-Unctad chief Kituyi to head United Opposition Secretariat

Ex-Unctad chief Kituyi to head United Opposition Secretariat

The appointment, confirmed by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, follows a meeting of opposition leaders at the Wiper Party headquarters. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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Gachagua & Other Opposition Leaders Unite To Condemn Government Corruption

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Gachagua & Other Opposition Leaders Unite To Condemn Government Corruption

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has launched a scathing attack on the government’s new Social Health Authority (SHA), branding it a “grand scam” designed to siphon billions from taxpayers. Speaking at a church service in Ongata Rongai, Kajiado County, Gachagua clai

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Sakaja Gets Surprise Backing from Gachagua Ally

Sakaja Gets Surprise Backing from Gachagua Ally

Over 70 MCAs have signed to approve an impeachment motion against Sakaja.

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Kindiki's Irunduni home emerges as new Mt Kenya power centre

Kindiki's Irunduni home emerges as new Mt Kenya power centre

Prof Kindiki is seeking to consolidate the vote-rich Mt Kenya region and weaken Mr Gachagua’s political grip.

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Gachagua: Government silent as foreign troops occupy Mandera

Gachagua: Government silent as foreign troops occupy Mandera

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua claims foreign troops have occupied parts of Mandera, leaving five people dead, several injured, and many residents displaced.

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Gachagua Threatens to Evict Buyers of Affordable Houses in Ong'ata Rongai

Gachagua Threatens to Evict Buyers of Affordable Houses in Ong'ata Rongai

The former DP issued a warning to Kenyans planning to buy affordable houses while speaking in the area.

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Gachagua urges military action over alleged Jubaland militia in Mandera

Gachagua urges military action over alleged Jubaland militia in Mandera

"We asking the commander-in-chief of the Kenya Defence Forces to immediately order an operation to flush out foreign troops out of our land. This is our country. We have a responsibility to protect our territorial integrity," Gachagua said. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news toda

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Kenya Kwanza: Walimu wakuu waaswa subira, Gachagua akosolewa

Kenya Kwanza: Walimu wakuu waaswa subira, Gachagua akosolewa

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Gachagua ataka seriakli kuwaondoa kwa haraka wanajeshi wa Jubaland kutoka kaunti ya Mandera

Gachagua ataka seriakli kuwaondoa kwa haraka wanajeshi wa Jubaland kutoka kaunti ya Mandera

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Caroli: R. Gachagua was the first person to bring 2M when we were starting ODM from Uhuru Kenyatta.

Caroli: R. Gachagua was the first person to bring 2M when we were starting ODM from Uhuru Kenyatta.

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Opposition leaders unite ahead of by-elections

Opposition leaders unite ahead of by-elections

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Gachagua demands immediate removal of Jubaland forces from Kenya

Gachagua demands immediate removal of Jubaland forces from Kenya

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I talked about Jubaland Forces, people made a lot of noise; they even wanted to arrest me - Gachagua

I talked about Jubaland Forces, people made a lot of noise; they even wanted to arrest me - Gachagua

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Ex-DP Gachagua slams Ruto's 'inaction' on Jubbaland forces in Mandera

Ex-DP Gachagua slams Ruto's 'inaction' on Jubbaland forces in Mandera

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Gachagua aitaka serikali kudhibiti usalama Mandera

Gachagua aitaka serikali kudhibiti usalama Mandera

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Rigathi Gachagua faults govt over its silence regarding the invasion of Mandera by Jubaland forces

Rigathi Gachagua faults govt over its silence regarding the invasion of Mandera by Jubaland forces

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Gachagua alleges the SHA scam as ex-ministers demand accountability

Gachagua alleges the SHA scam as ex-ministers demand accountability

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Gachagua continues with onslaught of Kenya Kwanza in Ongata Rongai since return from USA

Gachagua continues with onslaught of Kenya Kwanza in Ongata Rongai since return from USA

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Rigathi Gachagua ashutumu vikali serikali kuhusu madai ya uwepo wa jeshi la Jubaland nchini Kenya

Rigathi Gachagua ashutumu vikali serikali kuhusu madai ya uwepo wa jeshi la Jubaland nchini Kenya

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Rigathi Gachagua News - Former Deputy President Updates & Activities