- Rigathi Gachagua reveals that fertilizer donated by Russia was misused, never reaching farmers.
- The fertilizer was given to Maisha Millers and Devki Group, who repackaged and resold it to the government at market prices.
- Gachagua claims the State House orchestrated the corruption, intending to frame Mithika Linturi for the scandal.
Gachagua Uncovers Fertilizer Scandal
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has shocked the nation by revealing a deep-rooted corruption scandal involving fertilizer donations from Russia. During a recent interview with KTN, Gachagua disclosed that the fertilizer, which was supposed to be distributed to Kenyan farmers for free, was instead handed over to private companies, who repackaged it and resold it to the government at prevailing market prices.
According to Gachagua, the fertilizer was not given directly to the farmers as anticipated but was instead processed by Maisha Millers and Devki Group, two prominent companies. These companies allegedly blended the donated fertilizer and then sold it back to the government at commercial rates, pocketing significant profits in the process.
Fertilizer Mismanagement Alleged by Gachagua
Gachagua’s allegations point to a larger scheme involving corruption within the Ministry of Agriculture. He claims that the entire operation was orchestrated by individuals within State House, with the intention of framing Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi for the scandal. According to Gachagua, the fertilizer donation was diverted to private companies as part of a larger plan to exploit the government and mislead the public.
“The fertilizer donated by Russia was given to Maisha Millers and Devki, blended and sold to the government at market rate,” Gachagua stated, exposing the financial exploitation that undermined the original goal of supporting Kenyan farmers.
Gachagua’s Claims of State House Involvement
In his remarks, Gachagua went further to suggest that the plan to misappropriate the fertilizer was not just a business transaction but part of a larger political strategy. He implied that the President had a role in the scandal, suggesting that there were efforts to tarnish the name of Mithika Linturi, placing the blame for the fake fertilizer scandal squarely on his shoulders. This move, according to Gachagua, was part of a larger power play within the government.
A Wider Web of Corruption
These shocking revelations point to a deeply entrenched web of corruption within government departments, where private interests seem to have exploited donated resources for personal gain. The scandal has raised serious questions about the effectiveness of government oversight and the management of resources intended to benefit the Kenyan people.
As investigations into the matter continue, Gachagua’s claims add fuel to the fire of political tension, with many now demanding accountability for those involved in the misallocation and reselling of vital resources meant for Kenyan farmers.
Gachagua’s exposé of the fertilizer scandal casts a shadow over the Ministry of Agriculture, the President, and the government’s ability to manage resources effectively. If proven true, these allegations could lead to significant political fallout and a broader inquiry into State House’s involvement in the affair. The public is now eagerly awaiting further investigations into the matter to determine the full extent of the corruption.
