Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has addressed the recent silence from Mount Kenya, his political stronghold, following his impeachment a week ago.
Speaking on Friday in Limuru, Kiambu County, Gachagua reassured his supporters, encouraging them to remain calm and confident about the region's political direction.
Gachagua praised Central Kenya for its composure despite his unexpected removal, which many thought would incite significant political unrest.
“I want to urge our community to stay calm. Many people have been calling, concerned about what lies ahead. There’s no need to worry—our people are unique, and this has surprised many,” he explained.
The former Deputy President suggested that while Kenyans anticipated protests from his supporters against the impeachment, the Mount Kenya region has its own way of responding. He claimed that instead of resorting to street demonstrations, people from the area often express their frustrations through music and dance.
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“They expected people to flood the streets, light fires, destroy vehicles, and shout. But that’s not who we are,” Gachagua stated. “When we feel deeply hurt, we respond in our own way—either with quiet resilience or by expressing ourselves through song and dance.”
Gachagua's comments come amid ongoing speculation about his political future, with some observers questioning whether the impeachment might mark the end of his career.
