Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has fired up the political scene once again after making bold statements during a rally in Malili, Makueni County. Accompanied by Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka and other prominent figures, Gachagua emphasized unity, change, and the urgent need for a new leadership regime.
Framing the movement as unstoppable and necessary, he urged Kenyans to rally behind the cause, insisting that change is not optional but the only path toward a better future. See the full post here.
However, the statement quickly drew mixed reactions online. While some lauded his determination, others raised deep concerns about the true intentions behind this so-called movement.
Peninah Mwangi was quick to cut through the slogans, asserting that the real agenda is not national transformation but a political mission to unseat Deputy President Kithure Kindiki — popularly nicknamed “Kasongo” — from his growing influence. She insisted that a political “Tutam” for Kasongo was non-negotiable.
Mathew Philip did not hold back, arguing that Gachagua’s motives are far from liberatory. He accused the Deputy President of harboring revenge-fueled ambitions, seeking power for Mt Kenya dominance rather than national unity. Philip warned that Gachagua’s leadership could lead to a dictatorship worse than anything the country has previously seen.
Others like Kemboi proposed a complete suspension of political campaigns until June next year, urging both Gachagua and President William Ruto to focus on governance and addressing the country’s immediate economic concerns rather than premature 2027 succession plans.
The sharp divisions highlight the country’s growing fatigue with rhetoric that promises change while often masking personal political battles. With Gachagua now positioning himself as the face of a national reform movement, critics argue that his actions betray a more regional and self-serving agenda.
As Kenya hurtles toward another election season, leaders are being watched more closely than ever.
By Naiorbi