- Former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed the labor day celebrations, appearing to suggest that there is nothing to celebrate
- He criticized the government for declining payment documents, high cost of living and allegations of misappropriation of taxpayers’ money
- Great more assured workers that change is coming, promising efforts to restore respect and reduce economic problems
With Kenya celebrating six decades of workers, former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua He has been seen claiming that for the nation’s staff, there is nothing to celebrate.
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What did Gachagua say about Labor Day?
Former Deputy President, Rigathi Gachagua, explained through social networks that the situation of Kenyan workers has not changed, but it is full of bitterness, sadness and despair.
“We know no Kenyan employee is happy, and just wishing them good is to add to them pain,” Said Gachagua.
Gachagua claimed that workers’ salaries were looted through baseless deductions, with the cost of living up and the economy was standing.
He claimed that public money was lost in corruption and paid for people to attend public meetings.
“Wages have been looted for unhealthy reasons, the cost of living has gone up, and there is no money. Gachagua claimed.
The former Mathira MP urged workers to be optimistic, assuring them that the current situation is not permanent.
He said he and his opposition colleagues are committed to finding solutions to improve the lives of Kenyan workers and restore their salaries.
“For Kenyan workers, on this Labor Day, though you face the hardships of life, know that this situation will not last forever. He said.
Do you, Francis Atwoli Did he praised Ruto’s leadership?
During the Labor Day celebrations in 2025 at Independence Gardens, COTU Secretary -General, Francis Atwoli, praised President William Ruto And to support his rule, demanding that he not give up despite the ongoing criticism.
Atwoli, a veteran leader of the workers, said opponents of Ruto They have no understanding of the realities of ordinary citizens.
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He praised Ruto’s leadership that is clearly visible to the people, saying that criticism against him is nothing new, but part of Kenya’s political culture.
He reminded the public that his predecessors, including Mwai Kibaki and Uhuru Kenyattathey also faced strong opposition despite implementing key development projects.
Atwoli said Kenya’s political environment is accustomed to open criticism, often without regard to the achievements.
He urged President Ruto not to give up the way he had taken or intimidated by his opponents, demanding that he continue to focus on fulfilling his promises to Kenyans.
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