- Samidoh spoke about the Uhuru-Gachagua meeting, sharing a photo that symbolized the unity between the leaders of Mount Kenya
- The meeting between Uhuru Kenyatta and Rigathi Gachagua at the funeral of Daniel Karaba sparked a political debate ahead of the 2027 elections
- Netizens flooded social media with mixed opinions, with some praising the union while others read political undertones into the exchange.
Mugithi Samidoh’s musician joined in the discussion about the reunion of retired president Uhuru Kenyatta with the former deputy president Rigathi Gachaguawhich caused mixed reactions online
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The two politicians were seen together during the funeral of former Kirinyaga senator Daniel Karaba on Wednesday, April 1, where they seemed to have a friendly conversation despite earlier rumors about their relationship being strained.
Are Uhuru Kenyatta and Rigathi Gachagua working together?
Photos from the event showed Uhuru and Gachagua shaking hands and sitting together, exchanging casual conversations that signaled the easing of tension between them.
During the event, Gachagua praised Uhuru for his leadership, indicating dissatisfaction with the current government under the President William Ruto. He also confirmed their close relationship by referring to Uhuru as his elder brother.
On his part, Uhuru referred to past political events and asked leaders to listen to the people. His statements were interpreted as a political allusion, fueling speculation about a change of coalitions in the run-up to the 2027 elections.
The apparent rift between the leaders quickly attracted public attention, with Kenyans online debating its political implications.
Samidoh he contributed to the discussion by re-sharing a photo of the two talking briefly at the funeral, expressing his delight at the event.
“Gikuyu remains the same,” he wrote, a statement that many interpreted as a sign of unity among the leaders of Mount Kenya.
Media presenter Muthoni wa Kirumba also responded with a celebratory message:
“Aww Tubaba Twangu, tustrawberry twa murima! Mwaaa, what a good way to end the Holy week,” he wrote.
Social media stakeholders responsible
People on social media filled the comments with different views, some welcoming the union while others questioned the hidden political meaning.
Some of the comments shared are:
Check out George Topnotch: “You can hire a Kikuyu but you can’t buy him — Mlima proverb.”
Jeddy OneSoul: “They saw us at night, they don’t know us very well, they only hear, Kikuyu woza wozaaaaa.”
Milton Know: “No one can divide the ‘Mountain’ and expect to rule.”
Sonko Junior: “And by the way, you can hear someone somewhere who doesn’t know what’s going on.”
The Nanyuki Newspaper: “I like the way Uhuru treated Wamunyoro.”
Mary Wanjiru: “You can never buy a Kikuyu, you can only borrow him.”
Jennifer Mwathi: “The mountain cannot be divided.”
Festus Too Cerex: “These are the gentlemen who will make the Murima community an opposition for the first time in history.”
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Did Kithure Kindiki forgive Rigathi Gachagua?
In other news, the Deputy President Kithur Kindiki he said he had forgiven Gachagua after several months of public tension and ridicule.
Kindiki explained that, as an elder of Njuri Ncheke, he is obliged to maintain peace and avoid insults or conflicts with his fellow leaders.
He said he has no grudge against his colleagues in the leadership, insisting that political differences should not exceed unity and live together for a long time.
Kindiki added that he has chosen to forgive unconditionally, saying that he has already forgiven even those who insulted him, as he prefers peace and harmony to fierce debates.
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