Speaking during a press briefing on Monday, May 25, Gachagua said political differences should never be allowed to compromise the security of the presidency, insisting that leadership changes must only come through democratic elections and not through violence or disorder.
According to Gachagua, while many Kenyans may be unhappy with the Kenya Kwanza government and eager to see political change, the country must remain committed to constitutional processes.
He emphasized that President Ruto’s safety remains a matter of national importance regardless of his popularity ratings.
“We want William Ruto out of office, but we want him out through the ballot. We do not want him removed through any other means,” Gachagua stated.
His remarks followed recent changes within the Presidential Escort Unit after a security scare during a public function in Ganze, Kilifi County, where an individual managed to get dangerously close to the presidential dais before security officers intervened.
The incident triggered an immediate review of presidential security arrangements, leading to the redeployment of several senior officers tasked with protecting the Head of State.
Authorities indicated that the changes were aimed at sealing security gaps and strengthening protection measures around the presidency.
Gachagua argued that the office of the President is larger than the individual occupying it and forms a critical pillar of national stability.
Gachagua argued that the office of the President is larger than the individual occupying it and forms a critical pillar of national stability.
He warned that any successful attack on a sitting president could trigger political uncertainty and social unrest, especially in a highly charged political environment ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Drawing lessons from historical events in other African countries, he cautioned against complacency when dealing with presidential security matters.
Drawing lessons from historical events in other African countries, he cautioned against complacency when dealing with presidential security matters.
He noted that even leaders facing intense criticism or declining popularity still command significant support among sections of the population, making stability a shared national responsibility.
The former Deputy President estimated that millions of Kenyans still support President Ruto politically and warned that any harm to the President could create a dangerous national crisis.
At the same time, Gachagua maintained his criticism of the government’s performance, reiterating that citizens have every right to challenge the administration through democratic means.
The former Deputy President estimated that millions of Kenyans still support President Ruto politically and warned that any harm to the President could create a dangerous national crisis.
At the same time, Gachagua maintained his criticism of the government’s performance, reiterating that citizens have every right to challenge the administration through democratic means.
However, he stressed that political competition should remain peaceful and guided by the Constitution.
His comments have sparked debate across the country, with some Kenyans praising his call for national stability while others viewed the remarks through the lens of the increasingly intense political contest shaping up ahead of 2027.
His comments have sparked debate across the country, with some Kenyans praising his call for national stability while others viewed the remarks through the lens of the increasingly intense political contest shaping up ahead of 2027.
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