Kenya: Gachagua Defends Uhuru, Accuses Ruto of Political Intimidation

Kenya: Gachagua Defends Uhuru, Accuses Ruto of Political Intimidation

Nairobi -- Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has mounted a fierce defence of retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, warning leaders allied to President William Ruto to stop what he termed as intimidation, abuse and political blackmail against the former head of state.

GACHAGUA declares he will not let RUTO intimidate UHURU amid retirement benefits row - ‘I have a responsibility to defend our son and kingpin’

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - Democracy for the Citizens Party (DP) leader, Rigathi Gachagua, has vowed to shield former President Uhuru Kenyatta from what he described as intimidation attempts by President William Ruto’s administration. Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, February 10th, Gachagua accused the Government of deploying junior politicians to threaten Uhuru with the withdrawal of his retirement package following his criticism of…

Rigathi Gachagua says he will protect Uhuru from insults by leaders linked to Ruto: “I won’t allow”

Rigathi Gachagua accused leaders linked to President William Ruto of intimidating Uhuru Kenyatta and vows to defend the former president’s dignity.

Gachagua Defends Uhuru, Accuses Ruto of Political Intimidation

NAIROBI, Kenya Feb 10 – Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has mounted a fierce defence of retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, warning leaders allied to President William Ruto to stop what he termed as intimidation, abuse and political blackmail against the former head of state. Speaking during a press briefing, Gachagua accused President Ruto of orchestrating attacks on Kenyatta through junior leaders, saying the former president was being …