Mutahi Kahiga defends himself after attending William Ruto Nyeri's meeting: “Don't be very analyzing”

• Mutahi Kahiga, a close ally of former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua, sparked a conversation after attending a meeting of President William Ruto in Kieni
• However, the Governor of Nyeri called on the public not to interpret the wrongdoing of his action, emphasizing that the president's office should be respected
• He added that he is planning to welcome the President to delight during his meeting in Nyeri City on Saturday, April 5

Governor Mutahi Kahiga, a close ally of former deputy president Rigathi Gachaguahe raised questions after joyfully welcomed President William Ruto in Nyeri County during his visit to the area.

However, the governor has made clear his position on the government Kenya first led by President Ruto.

Kahiga talked about rumors spreading about his presence at the occasion Ruto In Kieni, recognizing the excitement caused by it.

Through an online post, he urged Kenyans not to analyze much about the pictures showing him speaking with joy with Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi, Kikuyu MP Kimani Ichung'wah, and Deputy President Kithure Kindikiall of whom are close partners of the President.

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“I have realized a strong enthusiasm for my presence at presidential events in Nyeri. Avoid analyzing this and other photos around online,” The Kahiga statement part said.

He emphasized his respect for the President, explaining that he was only performing his duties as Nyeri Governor by welcoming the President and his team.

Kahiga urged Kenyans to understand the reason for welcoming the president to his county, emphasizing that it should not be interpreted as leaving Gachagua to join the Ruto camp.

“The presidency is an institution that should be respected. As governor of Nyeri, I will still welcome the President to the Nyeri Town and Othaya areas on Saturday. It is important to distinguish issues!” he added.

Are there divisions at the Rigathi Gachagua camp?

Kahiga's rally at the Ruto summit comes at a time when Gachagua faces doubts from some of his closest partners, with critics questioning his leadership style and his position to focus on Mount Kenya towards the 2027 general election.

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Although Gachagua is not a presidential candidate, his efforts to undermine Ruto's national influence seem to lose focus due to internal divisions, which raises doubts about his ability to build strong opposition to the President.

This situation has emerged in the calls of prominent leaders, including Githunguri MP Gathoni Waumomba, who wants Gachagua to have a view to include all Kenyans instead of focusing on one place.

Even the attempt to persuade the Inject Party leader, Morara Kebaso, who is a representative of the generation of Gen Z, to join his opposition efforts, was unsuccessful after Morara appeared to separate him.

On Wednesday, March 19, Morara expressed his sadness at the opposition camp led by Gachagua.

The former political activist said that his party was not ready to join the opposition movement that appeared to be run on a tribal basis.

Not to mention the names, Morara said he had already written a letter to the opposition to express his dissatisfaction with one of his leaders.

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