- President William Ruto responded to Rigathi Gachagua, dismissing claims about his health and insisting that his weight loss was intentional to serve Kenyans better
- He accused opposition leaders of not having good character, eating too much, and sleeping in meetings instead of engaging in constructive discussions.
- The President also criticized Gachagua personally, alleging corruption and warning that he will not be allowed to divide Kenyans
President William Ruto has launched a subtle attack against his former deputy, Rigathi Gachaguawho has been criticizing him relentlessly.
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Speaking at the funeral service in Kiambu on Tuesday, March 16, Gachagua claimed that the health of Ruto it was deteriorating due to pressure and constant fighting with the opposition.
How William Ruto scolded Rigathi Gachagua
In a quick response, Ruto dismissed opposition leaders, admitting that he had lost weight, but on purpose.
He explained that he lost weight on purpose to serve Kenyans more strongly.
Comparing them, Ruto noted that they are not fit to lead and should consider going to training.
“They tell me that I have lost weight. I use my brain. I know when to lose weight so that I can focus on serving Kenyans. Yes, I lost weight. But I did it to serve Kenyans. They themselves should watch their weight. They should go to the gym. They are unfit and sleep in meetings. They should also lose weight because they eat too much. How can a person who sleeps during the day lead the country?” he said.
Appearing to justify his anger against the opposition, Ruto said they provoked him.
Why did William Ruto attack the leaders of the Opposition?
He noted that he had challenged them to engage in constructive dialogue on improving the country, but instead they chose insults, prompting his response.
At the same time, the president accused Gachagua of continuing the baseless campaign with his opposition partners.
He criticized Gachagua for claiming that he (Ruto) has stolen from Kenya and is now targeting government assets.
The President responded to the DCP leader, claiming that the deceased usurped his late brother, Nderitu Gachagua, at the time of his death, and therefore has no moral authority to teach others.
“You have no chance to divide the people of Kenya. We will not allow you to enter Kenya. You are pretending to be a saint when you are a cold thief,” he said.
The President said he was sure that he would win the 2027 presidential vote without any problem from the opposition, as it is now.
Why William Ruto wants unity in ODM
Among the strategies of the head of state to overcome the opposition is to unite with the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) with the aim of inheriting the fortresses that were controlled by the late Raila Odinga.
He has been calling for stability in the party, which is currently struggling with groups that have arisen within.
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Since Raila’s death last October, divisions within the party have become clear, with factions pulling in different directions.
The central dispute is whether to support Ruto’s re‑election bid in 2027.
The president, at every opportunity he gets to speak about ODM, stresses that a stronger party would be vital in building a strong government in 2027 and beyond.
Hinting at a coalition with the Orange party ahead of 2027, Ruto said that as Oburu Oginga’s team strategises, he would do the same with UDA to form a formidable alliance.
In a bid to woo ODM members, the president added that the party would form the next government as an equal partner alongside UDA.
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