Speaking during a high-stakes public address, President Ruto dismissed recent claims made by the duo regarding the upcoming 2027 general elections. The head of state did not mince his words, telling the former president to stop relying on unreliable advisors and "seek information from sober people."
The fiery exchange started after Uhuru Kenyatta made rare public remarks suggesting that Kenyans had already made up their minds on who to vote for in 2027. To make matters worse, Uhuru publicly demanded that Gachagua refund KSh 1.5 million that well-wishers had contributed toward the 2017 election petition, after Gachagua admitted to spending the funds.
However, President Ruto turned the heat directly on his former deputy, dismantling Gachagua’s long-standing claim that he delivered the Mount Kenya vote in 2022. Looking straight at his critics, Ruto delivered a blunt message that left the crowd roaring: "You did not make me president."
Political analysts say this rare three-way clash signals the official start of early 2027 succession battles. With Ida Odinga also stepping into the limelight to declare her political loyalty ahead of the polls, alliances are shifting faster than expected.
Insiders reveal that intense behind-the-scenes meetings are currently underway in Karen and Ichaweri as leaders scramble to control the crucial Mount Kenya voting bloc. While Gachagua insists he remains the undisputed kingpin of the region, Ruto’s allies maintain that development projects—not political rhetoric—will decide the next election.
Kenyans on social media have been divided down the middle, with thousands debating whether Ruto’s bold stance will solidify his base or push more voters toward the opposition.
Do you agree with President Ruto that Gachagua did not make him president, or is the Mount Kenya vote slipping away? Drop your honest opinion in the comments below and share this article.
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