- Gachagua says President Ruto came to him “pleading and praying” before elections.
- He accuses Ruto of betrayal after building trust during campaign moments.
- The DP keeps campaign photos on his wall as a warning and reminder.
- Gachagua has now formed his own party, the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP).
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has broken his silence on his strained relationship with President William Ruto. Speaking in an exclusive sit-down with Obinna TV, Gachagua recounted the close bond they once shared during the campaign period—a bond he now says ended in betrayal.
He recalled Ruto visiting his home regularly, eating meals with his family, and even joining them in prayer as he sought political backing. Gachagua says those moments felt genuine—until everything changed.
Campaign Memories Now Symbols of Pain
Inside his home, Gachagua still has framed photos of Ruto from those campaign visits. But what was once a symbol of political brotherhood has now become a daily reminder of what he calls deep betrayal.
“Those pictures remind me of a man who begged for help, dined with my family, asked me not to leave him—but ended up working to push me aside,” Gachagua said. “I don’t remove them because I want to remember not to trust too easily again.”
From Ally to Fierce Critic
Since falling out with the Head of State, Gachagua has shifted gears and is now openly critical of Ruto’s leadership. He accuses the President of cutting secret deals to benefit close allies, sidelining the Mt. Kenya region that helped him rise to power.
Gachagua says he’s speaking out because Kenyans deserve honesty and must not be taken for granted by leaders who forget where they came from once in power.
A New Political Path: The DCP is Born
To counter what he calls deceit in the current administration, Gachagua has founded a new political party—the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP). He says this platform is meant to give hope to his Mt. Kenya supporters and offer real leadership that values loyalty, honesty, and development.
His move is seen as a bold step toward political independence as the 2027 elections draw closer.
Ruto’s Allies Hit Back
In response, Ruto’s inner circle has dismissed Gachagua’s new party as a tribal outfit aimed at sowing division. They accuse him of trying to destabilize the government and weaken national unity for personal gain.
But Gachagua insists he is only focused on restoring lost trust and fighting for the interests of ordinary citizens—especially those in the Mt. Kenya region who feel left behind.
Gachagua’s latest remarks and political moves signal a deeper power struggle ahead, one that could reshape Kenya’s political scene in the coming years.
