Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua Stories

Gachagua proposes constituency-level declaration of presidential results to boost transparency
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 06, 2025

Gachagua argued that delays in announcing presidential results at the national level have in the past created opportunities for manipulation.

Petitioner seeks recusal of judges in Gachagua's impeachment case over alleged bias
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Oct 02, 2025

The dispute stems from the court's decision to handle his petition separately from other consolidated petitions, which Aura insists raise "identical a...

Defections rock Gachagua’s party ahead of by-elections
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 01, 2025

The back-to-back resignations have sparked concern within Gachagua’s inner circle about the party’s preparedness and ability to run credible campaigns...

Martha Karua says she will serve for only one term if elected president
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Sep 26, 2025

Karua’s remarks echoed the core philosophy of the PLP, which was quietly formed in 2022 and describes itself as a movement of ordinary Kenyans determi...

Maraga rules out working with President Ruto, open to alliance with Gachagua
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 17, 2025

Maraga, who has emerged as a vocal critic of the Ruto-led administration, noted that his decision to run for the presidency in 2027 was born out of a...

Gachagua declares 2027 presidential bid, dismisses impeachment concerns
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 26, 2025

When asked about concerns regarding his impeachment, Gachagua pointed out that the law allows individuals to seek elected office while appealing convi...

Gachagua declines to provide details on alleged Ruto-Al-Shabaab meetings, insists matter is under US investigation
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 26, 2025

Gachagua clarified that he was merely seeking a response from President Ruto, noting that the claims originated from the US Senate.

Gachagua reveals ministries, reforms he negotiated with Ruto for 2022 votes
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 26, 2025

Among the positions, he said, included the ministries of Interior, Finance, Agriculture, Water, Lands, Trade and the Attorney General, which were part...

Challenging the status quo: Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba tells it all
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 23, 2025

Gathoni Wamuchomba has positioned herself as a vocal critic of President Ruto’s administration, focusing on what she describes as unchecked excesses....

Journalists injured while covering Gachagua's homecoming, equipment and vehicles destroyed by goons
Mary Wambui  |  Aug 21, 2025

The goons pelted stones towards Gachagua's motorcade as it made its way out of JKIA, allegedly in a bid to block its entry to the CBD.

IG Kanja quashes arrest speculation surrounding Gachagua’s arrival
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 21, 2025

IG Kanja stressed that “no one is above the law” and action would only be taken if Gachagua or his supporters violated the law.

Live blog: Suspected goons stone Rigathi Gachagua's convoy on Mombasa Road
Mary Wambui  |  Aug 21, 2025

On Tuesday, Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen downplayed Gachagua's arrival but warned that security agencies are adequately prepared to deal with any in...

Moja Expressway dismisses fake notice on closure of section of expressway ahead of Gachagua arrival
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 21, 2025

The clarification follows widespread social media claims that the expressway was temporarily closed due to a procession by supporters of former Deputy...

Police ready to handle potential unrest as Gachagua returns from US, Murkomen assures
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 19, 2025

Murkomen said that while Kenya has remained peaceful during Gachagua’s absence, police are ready to act should his return trigger unrest.

Showdown looms as former DP Rigathi Gachagua cuts short US tour
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 14, 2025

In a statement on Thursday, August 14, Gachagua said his early return was to focus on preparations for the upcoming by-elections, apologising to suppo...

Gachagua petitions Supreme Court to block National Assembly's bid on Mwilu ruling
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 11, 2025

Gachagua argues that the National Assembly is abusing the judicial process and undermining the integrity of the apex court by taking contradictory pos...

Murkomen tells Gachagua to record statement over Al-Shabaab claims upon return to Kenya
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 09, 2025

Gachagua recently alleged that President William Ruto met with three Al-Shabaab militia leaders at night in Mandera to discuss “business,” raising ser...

President Ruto blasts opponents over 'wantam' demand
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 09, 2025

Ruto, who hosted thousands of youths at State House in an economic empowerment programme, appeared bullish, listing his achievements and announcing hi...

Man shot as police disperse opposition supporters at Gilgil rally
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 02, 2025

The rally ended abruptly when police officers fired tear gas canisters and confronted the crowd. In the chaos, the man was shot and left seated on the...

Court declines to nullify DP Kindiki’s swearing-in as Gachagua seeks Sh40 million compensation
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 31, 2025

Gachagua is demanding a monthly salary of Sh1.2 million for the remainder of the presidential term—totalling about Sh40 million—along with reinstateme...

Blow to Gachagua as High Court rejects second bid to recuse impeachment case judges
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Jul 31, 2025

The request, filed by several lawyers, challenged the legality of the current bench and proposed that the matter be referred back to Chief Justice Mar...

2027 race heats up as presidential hopefuls turn focus to Kenyan diaspora
Barack Oduor  |  Jul 28, 2025

Gachagua and Matiang’i, who have been on a US tour engaging the Kenyan diaspora, are widely seen as preparing the ground for the 2027 General Election...

Diaspora youth tell Gachagua to drop tribal politics and lead all Kenyans
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 27, 2025

During a town hall meeting in Baltimore—part of Gachagua’s ongoing tour of the US—Valentine Wanjiru Githae of the 625 Movement challenged the former D...

Court grants Samidoh Sh200,000 bail, blocks his arrest over alleged desertion
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Jul 25, 2025

Justice Kavedza said that upon the conclusion of investigations, and if a decision to charge Samidoh has been made, the police shall not arrest or det...

Kabogo denies Ruto targeting Mt Kenya civil servants, blames Gachagua for divisive politics
Barack Oduor  |  Jul 22, 2025

Kabogo, who came out guns blazing, accused Gachagua of sowing seeds of discord in the country by claiming that Ruto is orchestrating a purge of Mt Ken...

Kenya’s economy stable under Ruto, says Treasury CS Mbadi in response to Gachagua's claims
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 20, 2025

Mbadi, who took over as Treasury boss in August 2024 following the dismissal of several Cabinet Secretaries in the wake of the Finance Bill protests,...

Gachagua claims over 40 NIS agents trailing him during US tour, cites safety concerns
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 20, 2025

Gachagua said the agents’ presence was intrusive and posed a serious threat to both his safety and that of his delegation.

Political leaders warned against incitement as 2027 General Election approaches
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jul 20, 2025

He described recent statements by certain leaders as reckless and inflammatory, warning that such remarks could destabilise the nation. Mudavadi empha...

Gachagua accuses Kindiki of orchestrating violence during protests, outlines 2027 vision
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jul 19, 2025

He further accused Kindiki of using State funds under the guise of empowerment to mount early campaigns for the 2027 elections.

Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara released on Sh50,000 personal bond
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 18, 2025

MP Jayne Kihara’s legal team argued in court that the charges were politically motivated and lacked substance, while the prosecution sought to block h...

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