Rigathi Gachagua Announces 2027 Presidential Bid and Criticizes President Ruto - September 2025

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has declared his intention to run for President in 2027, criticizing President William Ruto's current administration. In Nyeri, Gachagua and his allies publicly responded to President Ruto, signaling a potential political rift ahead of the election. Gachagua has promised to prioritize resolving Kenya’s significant debt and stabilizing the economy. He also vows to reverse Ruto’s policies. Gachagua promises an economic revival mirroring the tenure of the late President Mwai Kibaki.