- Former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua announced his intention to run for president 2027, launching a campaign aimed at overthrowing President William Ruto
- In an attempt to find a strong challenge for Ruto, Gachagua said they form a coalition with opposition leaders, aiming to unite power and gain more than 70% of the vote
- Gachagua vowed to suspend Ruto’s re -election in any required way, saying, he must go home, to support the united opposition
- Despite facing the removal of office, Gachagua emphasized that he is legally free to run for the presidency, citing Kenyan laws
Former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua He has announced his intention to run for the presidency 2027, launching a campaign to oust President William Ruto.
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In an interview broadcast by Weru -based Meru -based television station, Gachagua revealed that he was not only prepared to contest but formed a coalition of one -minded leaders to ensure Ruto He has been voted in the first phase.
Gachagua did not complain when he severely attacked Ruto and vowed to stop his election in any way.
The second in leadership revealed not only his presidential goal but also a broad plan to unite the opposition and send the head of state to a busy career after just one term in office.
“I am running for the presidency … if they do not choose me, it is okay, I will support someone else, but that person (President Ruto) must go home. We must use any formula that works,” He said.
Gachagua revealed himself as part of a new political movement that seeks to form a major coalition against Ruto’s re -election.
How will the opposition work with Gachagua
According to the former deputy president, talks are already underway among several presidential candidates, among them Martha Karua, Kalonzo MusyokaFred Matiang’i, and Eugene Wamalwa.
The goal, he said, is to unite power and put one candidate strong enough to defeat Ruto in the first phase.
“Everyone wants to run for; Eugene Wamalwa He is running for the presidency … Finally, we will talk, and we will agree to let one person go forward, “ He said.
Gachagua emphasized the importance of a clear and united strategy to gain victory, saying that the Union’s expectation is to win 70% + 1 of the vote.
“He is the best formula is winning in 1 round to 70% + 1. That’s what we want – 70% + 1 – and we have agreed we will make a public statement. And all others will accept.
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How will Gachagua compete despite being removed from office
His announcement comes as he faces a political and legal storm following his removal in office, a major event that made him the first deputy president in Kenya’s history facing such a fate.
Parliament passed a motion to sue October 2024, citing allegations of misconduct and violations of the constitution.
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Gachagua dealt with his issues regarding his eligibility for the contest while facing unresolved legal challenges, citing Kenya’s legal examples.
“Kenyan laws say that you have the right to contest for a seat even if you have a case in court, the project is not complete until the Supreme Court. So our law says that if you have not completed all legal procedures, you are free to contest any position. He explained.
He referred to the case of Syrian MP John Waluke in support of his argument, noting that legal cases should not prevent a person from seeking office until all appeals ways are completed.
Gachagua emphasized that, until the Supreme Court made the final decision, he is legally free to run for the presidency.
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