Political Chess: How Ruto and Uhuru Are Checkmating Gachagua
Fresh details have emerged about the strained relationship between former President Uhuru Kenyatta and his former deputy, Rigathi Gachagua.
According to The Standard, President William Ruto is poised to challenge Gachagua’s influence in his home region by leveraging the support of Uhuru’s allies.
Political Maneuvers
Insiders reveal that President Ruto is orchestrating a proxy war against Gachagua, with key figures from Uhuru’s camp leading the charge.
Among these allies are former Kiambu Governor William Kabogo, former Health Minister Mutahi Kagwe, and former Nakuru Governor Lee Kinyanjui, who have been nominated to strategic positions within Ruto’s government. This move is seen as an effort to undermine Gachagua’s growing clout in the region.
Alleged Truce Disputed
Despite Gachagua’s public assertions that he had reconciled with Uhuru following their fallout during the 2022 elections, sources claim that no such meeting took place.
In a series of TV interviews before his impeachment in October, Gachagua insisted that his issues stemmed from his ties with the former President and that they had resolved their differences. However, new accounts suggest that Gachagua was misled about the possibility of a meeting with Uhuru.
Meeting that Never Happened
One narrative indicates that Gachagua was eager to meet Uhuru during his impeachment process and reached out through intermediaries. These intermediaries allegedly promised to arrange a meeting, which never materialized, leaving Gachagua waiting in vain for hours.
The source, preferring to remain anonymous, stated that Uhuru had no interest in meeting his former personal assistant, further straining their relationship.
Strategic Nominations
The inclusion of Uhuru’s allies in Ruto’s government is designed to checkmate Gachagua from multiple angles, complicating his claim to leadership in the Mt Kenya region.
This political maneuver contradicts Gachagua’s earlier statements about a supposed truce and highlights the ongoing power struggles within the ruling coalition.
The Broader Implications
Uhuru’s participation in Ruto’s “broad-based” government is a significant political development, potentially reshaping the power dynamics in the Mt Kenya region.
The strategic appointments of Uhuru’s confidants are seen as a move to consolidate power and diminish Gachagua’s influence.
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Political Chess: How Ruto and Uhuru Are Checkmating Gachagua
