Moses Kuria, a Senior Advisor in the Council of Economic Advisors (CEA), recently penned a letter that levied on major accusations against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
One of the primary claims made by Kuria was that Gachagua requested Ksh 10 billion from President William Ruto to fix growing discontent in Mt. Kenya over the rising cost of living.
Kuria suggested that when this financial request was denied, Gachagua initiated a political onslaught against the Ruto administration.
Kuria’s allegations didn’t stop there.
He also revealed that Gachagua had refused to drink tea at State House due to a fear of being poisoned.
This fear, Kuria noted, raised questions about the safety of attending meetings at Gachagua’s Karen residence, where high-level government discussions are often held.
Such an environment, Kuria implied, could no longer guarantee trust or security if even the Deputy President suspected potential harm.
Another key point Kuria raised involved Gachagua’s role in undermining his position within the government, specifically leading to Kuria’s transfer from his former position in the Ministry of Trade and Industry.
According to Kuria, Gachagua had long been pressuring President Ruto to remove him from the Cabinet, complicating intra-government relations.
These revelations come at a time when Gachagua faces the threat of impeachment.
Over 116 Members of Parliament are reportedly in favor of the motion, citing Gachagua’s divisive politics as a primary concern.
His political focus on the Mt. Kenya region, which many perceive as a form of tribalism, has stirred dissatisfaction across other regions of the country.
Critics argue that this regional bias undermines national unity and damages the reputation of the Kenya Kwanza government, further straining relationships within the ruling coalition.
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