“Ruto Wanted to Use Him to Split Mt Kenya Votes,” Gachagua Exposes Why President Is Bitter With Uhuru

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of targeting former President Uhuru Kenyatta for political reasons, claiming the attacks are aimed at dividing the Mt Kenya region ahead of the 2027 elections.

Speaking in Nairobi, Gachagua argued that Ruto is frustrated by shifting political loyalties in the region. 

“President Ruto knows very well that Mt Kenya people who supported him in 2022 are no longer on his side,” Gachagua said.

 “He is now attacking former President Uhuru to create divisions among the people.”

Gachagua described the President’s actions as a calculated attempt to use Kenyatta as a tool to split the Mt Kenya vote, warning that such tactics could increase tension in the region.

He called on Ruto to focus on governance rather than targeting retired leaders. 

“He should focus on uniting the country and delivering development for all Kenyans instead of engaging in personal attacks,” Gachagua added.

The former deputy president praised Kenyatta’s leadership, saying his support for the opposition is motivated by concern for the people rather than personal political gain. 

“Supporting the opposition shows that he is working for the citizens, not for his own political interests,” Gachagua said.

Political analysts note that the disagreement between Ruto and Kenyatta could have a significant impact on alliances and voting patterns in Mt Kenya. 

The region, which played a crucial role in Ruto’s 2022 victory, has seen growing dissatisfaction with the UDA administration, giving opposition-leaning leaders an opening to consolidate support.

Gachagua’s comments come amid increasing speculation about strategic realignments among key leaders in the Mt Kenya region, including potential reconciliations and new political coalitions that could shape the 2027 electoral landscape.

“Mt Kenya’s unity is critical for national politics. Attempts to sow division will not succeed,” Gachagua emphasized, signaling that the region’s leaders are committed to safeguarding their political influence while protecting the legacy of their former president.