The explosive allegations come at a time when political discussions over Ruto's running mate have intensified following ODM's public endorsement of Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya for the deputy president's position.
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Speaking during a televised interview on Sunday, July 26, Gachagua alleged that Kindiki is experiencing the same political isolation and pressure that he personally faced before his impeachment as deputy president.
According to him, recent public statements by senior ODM leaders questioning Kindiki's future in government are not independent political opinions but part of a wider strategy orchestrated by President Ruto.
Gachagua claimed that President Ruto was using ODM leaders to pile pressure on Kindiki with the hope that the deputy president would eventually resign rather than wait to be pushed aside. He argued that Kindiki has increasingly found himself under political attack despite remaining loyal to the administration.
The former deputy president said he sympathises with Kindiki because he understands the challenges that come with serving under pressure within the country's highest office. Drawing from his own experience, Gachagua maintained that the current deputy president is gradually being undermined in a manner similar to what happened before his own exit from government.
Gachagua claimed that President Ruto was using ODM leaders to pile pressure on Kindiki with the hope that the deputy president would eventually resign rather than wait to be pushed aside. He argued that Kindiki has increasingly found himself under political attack despite remaining loyal to the administration.
The former deputy president said he sympathises with Kindiki because he understands the challenges that come with serving under pressure within the country's highest office. Drawing from his own experience, Gachagua maintained that the current deputy president is gradually being undermined in a manner similar to what happened before his own exit from government.
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He further claimed that although Kindiki now occupies the office he once held, he is not exercising the influence expected of a deputy president. Gachagua insisted that he no longer has any interest in reclaiming the position, adding that his focus is now on national politics and the country's future leadership.
His remarks also targeted ODM leaders who have recently floated Oparanya as a possible running mate for President Ruto in the 2027 General Election. Gachagua alleged that some ODM politicians had softened their criticism of the government after joining the broad-based arrangement and were now openly discussing replacing Kindiki.
According to Gachagua, opposition to President Ruto should not be confused with dissatisfaction towards Kindiki.
He argued that many Kenyans who oppose the current administration do so because of governance concerns, including economic challenges, corruption allegations and the government's handling of youth-led demonstrations, rather than because of the identity of the deputy president.
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The former deputy president also used the interview to caution Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku against placing excessive political trust in President Ruto. He claimed that several politicians who had previously worked closely with the President eventually fell out with him after serving in key government positions.
Gachagua cited former Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi and former Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi among leaders he believes experienced political fallout after initially enjoying close ties with the President.
He warned that other allies could face similar circumstances if they ignored lessons from recent political developments.
His comments come just days after National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed publicly declared that ODM would seek the deputy president's position if the party enters a formal coalition agreement with President Ruto's United Democratic Alliance ahead of the 2027 elections.
His comments come just days after National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed publicly declared that ODM would seek the deputy president's position if the party enters a formal coalition agreement with President Ruto's United Democratic Alliance ahead of the 2027 elections.
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Junet named Cooperatives and MSMEs Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya as ODM's preferred candidate, describing him as one of the party's most experienced leaders and a long-serving ally of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. He argued that Oparanya possesses the political maturity, government experience and party loyalty needed to occupy the country's second-highest office.
The proposal has generated significant political discussion because Kindiki continues to serve as deputy president and has repeatedly stated that he expects to remain President Ruto's running mate in the next General Election.
Political analysts note that the emerging debate reflects growing competition over coalition negotiations expected ahead of the 2027 polls. While ODM leaders are signalling their desire for greater influence within any future alliance, Kenya Kwanza leaders continue to insist that the current leadership arrangement remains intact.
The issue has become even more significant as Western Kenya increasingly attracts attention from both government and opposition politicians seeking to consolidate support in one of the country's most influential voting blocs. Oparanya's endorsement by ODM leaders has strengthened discussions about the region's representation at the highest levels of government.
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Despite the growing speculation, neither President Ruto nor Deputy President Kindiki has indicated any official plans to alter the current presidential ticket. Kindiki has consistently maintained that he will remain the President's running mate, dismissing reports suggesting otherwise.
Gachagua's latest claims are therefore likely to fuel further political debate as leaders position themselves ahead of what is expected to be an intensely competitive election cycle.
Whether ODM eventually secures a coalition agreement with UDA, whether Kindiki retains his position, and whether Oparanya's name remains central to the succession debate will all depend on political negotiations that are yet to formally begin.
With the 2027 General Election drawing closer, Kenya's political landscape continues to evolve rapidly, and the contest surrounding the deputy president's position is shaping up to be one of the defining battles that could influence future alliances and the country's next leadership transition.
With the 2027 General Election drawing closer, Kenya's political landscape continues to evolve rapidly, and the contest surrounding the deputy president's position is shaping up to be one of the defining battles that could influence future alliances and the country's next leadership transition.
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