Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has claimed that President William Ruto offered him Ksh. 2 billion in exchange for his resignation. In an interview with Royal Media Services’ vernacular stations—Mulembe, Vuuka, and Sulwe FM—Gachagua revealed that the President personally asked him to step down, promising a comfortable retirement with proper security and compensation, as well as the opportunity to pursue future political ambitions.

Gachagua also shared that some of his allied MPs suggested he resign to create space for him to run for office in the 2027 elections, but he ultimately rejected their advice. He further alleged that some Members of Parliament received Ksh. 500,000, while certain Senators were given Ksh. 10 million each in an effort to remove him from office.


Turning to recent issues, Gachagua criticized the government’s response to the rising cases of abductions in the country, questioning how the government can advocate for peace in the Democratic Republic of Congo while failing to address the abductions of Kenyan youth. He specifically condemned the recent kidnapping of chiefs in Mandera, calling it a troubling trend.

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Gachagua also took issue with some government initiatives, stating that they fail to address the needs of the Kenyan people. He criticized the current administration, which has included opposition parties in the Cabinet, claiming that it has led to little meaningful change.

He explained that his falling out with President Ruto stemmed from disagreements over various projects, particularly the Affordable Housing initiative, the heavy tax burdens on Kenyans, and certain policies introduced by Ruto’s economic advisors.


On regional politics, Gachagua expressed concern about the political direction of Mt. Kenya, stating that the region is now politically neglected. “Mt. Kenya is gone. The President is now focusing on gaining support from Mt. Elgon. My only mistake was uniting my people,” he said, urging Kenyans, especially in the Western region, to unite.

In terms of youth engagement, Gachagua announced plans to include the younger generation in his political agenda. “Gen Z lacks leadership, and if they accept me as their leader, I would be honored to take on that role,” he concluded.