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Malalah proposes Sifuna-Gachagua opposition ticket to face Ruto in 2027

Published on November 1, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Francis Muli👁 11 views

William RutoRigathi GachaguaEdwin SifunaUDADCP

Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) Deputy Party Leader Cleophas Malalah has proposed a presidential ticket pairing Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to challenge President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election. Malalah wants Sifuna to fly the opposition’s presidential flag, with Gachagua serving as his running mate, arguing that […]

Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) Deputy Party Leader Cleophas Malalah has proposed a presidential ticket pairing Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to challenge President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election. Malalah wants Sifuna to fly the opposition’s presidential flag, with Gachagua serving as his running mate, arguing that […]

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Rigathi Gachagua reacts to reports Ruto allies wooing Kalonzo Musyoka ahead of 2027 race

Published on November 1, 2026

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Rigathi Gachagua has rebuffed Kenya Kwanza efforts to recruit Kalonzo Musyoka, calling him trustworthy and vowing to block a government deal ahead of 2027.

Rigathi Gachagua has rebuffed Kenya Kwanza efforts to recruit Kalonzo Musyoka, calling him trustworthy and vowing to block a government deal ahead of 2027.

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Gachagua to ODM: Ruto is just conning you

Published on November 1, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Faith Lagat👁 11 views

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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has warned Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) supporters against trusting President William Ruto, accusing him of using the party’s support to advance his political interests ahead of the 2027 General Election. Gachagua said Ruto was pretending to be ODM’s friend to win votes, drawing a comparison with his relationship with the […]

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has warned Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) supporters against trusting President William Ruto, accusing him of using the party’s support to advance his political interests ahead of the 2027 General Election. Gachagua said Ruto was pretending to be ODM’s friend to win votes, drawing a comparison with his relationship with the […]

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Gachagua: There is no rift between me and Uhuru

Published on November 1, 2026

Source: News โ€“ Capital FMBy IRENE MWANGI👁 14 views

William RutoRigathi GachaguaUDADCP

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 1 – Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed claims of a fallout between him and retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, defending his predecessor’s record and accusing President William Ruto of turning against the former Head of State after benefiting from his political support. Gachagua said Uhuru had completed his constitutional term and handed over a stable country,โ€ฆ

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 1 – Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed claims of a fallout between him and retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, defending his predecessor’s record and accusing President William Ruto of turning against the former Head of State after benefiting from his political support.

Gachagua said Uhuru had completed his constitutional term and handed over a stable country, accusing the current administration of damaging the country while continuing to use political allies to attack the retired President.

The former Deputy President made the remarks during a church service at Kamangu Presbyterian Church of East Africa (PCEA) in Kikuyu Constituency, Kiambu County, where he launched a fresh attack on Ruto and Kikuyu MP Kimani Ichung’wah over what he termed a campaign to intimidate the Kikuyu community and interfere with church affairs.

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Gachagua warns Ruto allies against poaching Kalonzo

Published on November 1, 2026

Source: Politics โ€“ Capital FMBy DAVIS AYEGA👁 11 views

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NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 1 – Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has warned President William Ruto’s allies against attempts to lure Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka into their political camp ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking at PCEA Kamangu Parish in Kikuyu, Kiambu County, Gachagua told government leaders seeking Kalonzo’s support to approach him first, declaring himselfโ€ฆ

NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 1 – Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has warned President William Ruto’s allies against attempts to lure Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka into their political camp ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Speaking at PCEA Kamangu Parish in Kikuyu, Kiambu County, Gachagua told government leaders seeking Kalonzo’s support to approach him first, declaring himself the Wiper leader’s family spokesman.

โ€œIf you need Kalonzo, come see me,โ€ Gachagua said, drawing cheers from the congregation.

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Gachagua warns Ruto allies against poaching Kalonzo

Published on November 1, 2026

Source: News โ€“ Capital FMBy DAVIS AYEGA👁 13 views

William RutoRigathi GachaguaKalonzo MusyokaUDADCPWiper

NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 1 – Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has warned President William Ruto’s allies against attempts to lure Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka into their political camp ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking at PCEA Kamangu Parish in Kikuyu, Kiambu County, Gachagua told government leaders seeking Kalonzo’s support to approach him first, declaring himselfโ€ฆ

NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 1 – Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has warned President William Ruto’s allies against attempts to lure Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka into their political camp ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Speaking at PCEA Kamangu Parish in Kikuyu, Kiambu County, Gachagua told government leaders seeking Kalonzo’s support to approach him first, declaring himself the Wiper leader’s family spokesman.

โ€œIf you need Kalonzo, come see me,โ€ Gachagua said, drawing cheers from the congregation.

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Lawyer Omari dismisses Matiangโ€™iโ€™s Presidential bid, urges him to back Ruto

Published on November 1, 2026

Source: KahawatunguBy Magati Obebo👁 10 views

William RutoRigathi GachaguaUDADCP

Lawyer Danstan Omari has challenged former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiangโ€™i to reconsider his presidential ambitions and instead consider aligning himself with President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election. Omari argued that Matiangโ€™i was pursuing an increasingly difficult political path, claiming the former CS lacked the backing of influential political formations and key opposition figures needed to mountโ€ฆ

Lawyer Danstan Omari has challenged former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiangโ€™i to reconsider his presidential ambitions and instead consider aligning himself with President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Omari argued that Matiangโ€™i was pursuing an increasingly difficult political path, claiming the former CS lacked the backing of influential political formations and key opposition figures needed to mount a competitive national campaign.

Speaking to journalists at a hotel in Kisii on Sunday morning, the lawyer said neither former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua nor the emerging Linda Mwananchi movement had placed Matiangโ€™i at the centre of their political calculations.

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Kitui UDA leaders urge Kalonzo to join Ruto, warn of frustration in Gachagua alliance

Published on November 1, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 11 views

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A section of UDA leaders in Kitui County has urged Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka to join President William Rutoโ€™s government, warning that his alliance with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua could leave him politically frustrated. Speaking at a burial in Nuu, Mwingi Central, Nominated Senator Beth Syengo said Kalonzo deserved respect, citing Thursdayโ€™s incident in which he was heckled duringโ€ฆ

A section of UDA leaders in Kitui County has urged Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka to join President William Rutoโ€™s government, warning that his alliance with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua could leave him politically frustrated.

Speaking at a burial in Nuu, Mwingi Central, Nominated Senator Beth Syengo said Kalonzo deserved respect, citing Thursdayโ€™s incident in which he was heckled during the launch of the Linda Mwananchi Movement headquarters in Lavington, Nairobi.

Syengo accused Gachagua of orchestrating the embarrassment of the Wiper leader, arguing that a politician of Kalonzoโ€™s standing should not be subjected to such treatment.

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Kenyan Newspapers, November 1: Uhuru-Gachagua Reunion in Offing as Mt Kenya Positions Itself

Published on October 31, 2026

Source: Tuko.co.keBy News Desk👁 9 views

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Mt Kenya elders are renewing efforts to reconcile Uhuru Kenyatta and Rigathi Gachagua before 2027, with Kithure Kindiki reportedly joining the push in bid.

Mt Kenya elders are renewing efforts to reconcile Uhuru Kenyatta and Rigathi Gachagua before 2027, with Kithure Kindiki reportedly joining the push in bid.

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