Political analyst Mutahi Ngunyi has sparked debate after making strong remarks about President William Ruto and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
Ngunyi said that Ruto played a big role in making Gachagua known in politics. “Ruto created Gachagua. Fact. Before Ruto, we did not know who this Gachagua was,” he said. He then used a harsh comparison, saying, “And God created Lucifer, the evil man with a foul mouth. Fact. The two must fight until goodness prevails.”
His comments come at a time when Gachagua has been openly attacking President Ruto in public. The former deputy president has been criticizing the government almost daily, accusing Ruto of betrayal and poor leadership.
The fallout between the two leaders has become one of the biggest political stories in the country. They were once close allies, especially during the 2022 General Election, but their relationship has since broken down.
Many political observers now believe the fight between Ruto and Gachagua could shape the future of Kenyan politics. Ngunyi’s statement suggests that the conflict is not only expected but may also be important in deciding the country’s direction.
Despite the continued attacks, President Ruto has remained calm in public. He has avoided directly responding to Gachagua and instead focused on his work and development agenda.
Kenyans are now divided over the issue. Some support Gachagua for speaking out, while others feel his attacks are unnecessary and could cause more division.
As the political tension continues to grow, it is still unclear how the situation will end. However, the rivalry between the two leaders is far from over.