- Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has called on President William Ruto and Raila Odinga to contact former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua
- He warned that failing to include Gachagua in national debates could stimulate the feeling of isolation and divisions
- The senator stressed that negotiations between the three leaders would strengthen national unity and prevent regional exclusion
Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has called on President William Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga to negotiate with former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua.
Source: UGC
Speaking on Sunday, March 30, Khalwale called for the inclusion of all in national politics, emphasizing that if the two leaders are genuinely determined to unite the country, they should also engage Gachagua.
The senator, who is also a majority of the Senate, warned that separating Gachagua could give him the opportunity to develop divisive politics, especially in Mount Kenya.
He emphasized that cooperation with the former Deputy President will not only strengthen national solidarity but will also reduce the fear that cooperation between Ruto And Raila aims to exclude a particular community.
Addressing residents at the Municipal Market, Majuma County, Lugari County, Khalwale emphasized that reaching Gachagua will prove that Ruto has a strong desire to strengthen national solidarity.
“Mr. President No. Raila Odinga When they agreed to work together, your goal was to unite all Kenyans, “he reminded them.”
Source: UGC
He added that excluding Gachagua could stimulate the claims of the Kikuyu community that they are being discriminated against, which can be used for political gain.
“We do not want him to start spreading politics by saying that the Kikuyu are excluded from the Kenyan agenda. He insisted.
Khalwale also criticized the deployment of security officials to disrupt Gachagua meetings in Kajiado and Naivasha, saying the move violated the principles of democracy.
“I saw Gachagua had meetings in Kajiado and Naivasha, and I saw many police officers. No! This is not the right thing,” He complained.
Ruto starts a tour of Mount Kenya
Khalwale's remarks come up at a time when President Ruto has settled Sagana for his five -day visit to Mount Kenya. He is expected to visit Kirinyaga, Meru, Laikipia, Nyeri, Tharaka-Nithi counties, Nyandarua, Murang'a, Embu, and Kiambu.
The visit takes place a few months after Gachagua was charged and removed from office on October 18, 2024, in which the Senate approved its removal following a motion submitted by Kibwezi West MP, Mutuse.
Removing Gachagua was fueled by allegations of violating the Constitution and rebellion against the President and the Cabinet, among other allegations.
Later, his position was taken by the former Minister of Internal Security, Kithure Kindiki.
However, Gachagua has emphasized that his dismissal was politically motivated and conspiring against him by Ruto and his allies.
He has continued to attack the President, accusing him of betrayal and not fulfilling his promises, especially in the interest of Mount Kenya.
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