While the International Criminal Court previously pursued cases against Kenyan leaders following the 2007-2008 post-election violence, those cases were ultimately dropped.
Former Deputy President launches scathing attack on regional legislators, accusing them of blind loyalty while community faces marginalization Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has launched a blistering attack on Members of Parliament from the Mount Kenya region, branding them as “foolish” for their unconditional support of President William Ruto despite what he claims is systematic […]
In politics, as in tragedy, the hero often becomes the author of his own destruction—and sometimes, inadvertently, the architect of his enemy’s triumph.
Gachagua expressed regret about entering a political alliance without formal documentation, having been persuaded by what he now views as performative gestures.
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua Warns President Ruto Against Targeting Chief Justice Martha Koome, Threatens Mass Demonstrations Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has launched fresh accusations against President William Ruto, alleging that he is orchestrating a plan to remove Chief Justice Martha Koome from office. Speaking at a church service in Meru County on Sunday, Gachagua […]
In his sustained war against President William Ruto’s administration, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has launched his latest campaign, “Rescue the Payslip,” aimed at addressing the financial strain caused by recent Kenya Kwanza’s tax legislation. From his home in Wamunyoro, Nyeri County, Gachagua took to TikTok to voice his concerns regarding the new tax measures, […]
As impeached deputy president Rigathi Gachagua tries to challenge his removal from office in court, he knows the odds of returning to power are slim. Last week, Gachagua faced a major setback when a three-judge bench, led by Justice Eric Ogola, refused to recuse themselves from his impeachment case. The judges, Freda Mugambi and Anthony […]
Moses Kuria’s warning is now haunting Mt. Kenya. After his Chama Cha Kazi party lost to UDA, he cautioned the region about the dangers of lacking a united political front. With Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua facing impeachment, Kuria’s words are hitting home. The impeachment push has sparked political tension, with alliances shifting and President Ruto’s […]
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