- Pauline defends photo with Rigathi, says backlash is misplaced
- Affirms past loyalty to Raila but says it’s not ‘transferable’
- Officially backs Dr. Fred Matiang’i as her 2027 presidential pick
- Claims state that failure pushed her away from the current regime
- Vows to work with a broad opposition team, including Rigathi
- Tells critics to respect her democratic freedom
A photo of Pauline Njoroge with ex-DP Rigathi Gachagua set off a wave of criticism online — but the digital strategist has hit back, saying the outrage is misplaced.
Speaking out on Monday, Pauline confirmed that she has shifted her political allegiance and now supports Dr. Fred Matiang’i for the presidency in 2027.
Pauline reminded her critics that her past support for Raila Odinga and his African Union Commission (AUC) ambitions was rooted in genuine conviction, not tribal loyalty or blind following.
“I supported Baba with heart and soul in 2022,” she said. “But that doesn’t mean I owe anyone blind loyalty moving forward. My decisions are based on principle, not pressure.”
Why She Walked Away from the Government
Without naming names, Pauline disclosed that she once worked briefly with the current administration, guided by someone she respected. But poor governance and integrity concerns pushed her to cut ties.
She now says she’s fully behind Matiang’i, citing his track record and leadership style as the kind Kenya urgently needs.
Pauline emphasised that she isn’t building a one-man camp. Her political path will also involve collaborations with other opposition voices like Kalonzo Musyoka, Martha Karua, Eugene Wamalwa, Governor Natembeya, and yes, even Rigathi Gachagua.
“This isn’t about personality worship. It’s about forming a serious alternative for this country’s future,” she explained.
Responding to critics accusing her of tribalism, Pauline pulled no punches. Whether the critics are Ruto supporters or disillusioned Odinga loyalists, she says the labels won’t stick.
“If my support for Matiang’i makes me tribal, then I guess you’re tribal too for backing your choice,” she said. “This country belongs to all of us — and democracy means we get to choose who we believe in.”
Pauline signed off her lengthy post with a bold affirmation of her political freedom, declaring that she will follow her truth and conscience, regardless of who’s offended.
“Kenya is a democracy. I owe no one an apology for standing where I believe is right,” she wrote.
