Nairobi, Kenya – Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has intensified his criticism of the ongoing fuel import saga, alleging that recent arrests of senior energy officials are tied to a deeper business dispute rather than accountability measures. Gachagua claimed the arrests stem…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has detailed why he did not attend the state funeral of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga at Nyayo National Stadium or the subsequent burial in Bondo, citing credible threats to his safety and potential risks to national cohesion. Speaking in an interview on…
The Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) has issued a strong rebuke of Kenya’s political leadership, citing a surge in “verbal indiscipline” that it says is eroding public trust and diminishing the dignity of national leadership. KCCB chairman Maurice Muhatia Makumba warned that the tone and content of public discourse…
Kenya’s race for the “House on the Hill” has taken a decidedly personal and at times comical turn as President William Ruto and his former deputy, Rigathi Gachagua, engage in public attacks targeting each other’s physical appearances. Traditionally, political campaigns have focused on policies, governance, and vision. However, the two…
The Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya (PSK) has strongly condemned the unauthorised recording and circulation of a video showing former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua purchasing medicine at a pharmacy, terming the incident a serious breach of patient privacy and healthcare confidentiality. In a statement issued on Tuesday, PSK emphasised that pharmacies…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua brought his “Wantam” gospel to Bomet County on Monday, February 23, 2026, receiving an overwhelming reception as his procession made its way en route to Kisii. Warm Reception in Bomet Crowds turned out in large numbers to listen to Gachagua during a series of roadside…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of sidelining the Kalenjin community in matters of development, despite the President hailing from the region. Allegations of Neglect Speaking in an interview with Kalenjin journalists on Friday evening, Gachagua claimed that Ruto has prioritized other regions in his push…
A section of traders in Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD) has called on Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja to strengthen security measures ahead of the planned United Opposition demonstration scheduled for Friday, February 20, 2026. Traders’ Concerns Business owners and operators expressed fears that the protest could lead to…
The United Opposition has announced that its candidate for the Mombasa governorship race in the 2027 General Election will be Nyali Member of Parliament Mohammed Ali. Endorsement Announcement Speaking during a roadside rally in Roysambu on Sunday, Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua confirmed that the faction…
Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development, and Special Programmes, Geoffrey Ruku, has publicly voiced strong support for Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, urging Mt. Kenya residents to back him and President William Ruto in the 2027 elections. Endorsing Kindiki’s Role Speaking in Mwea, Kirinyaga County, on Sunday, Ruku emphasized…