Ruto Vows to Go After Gachagua’s Disputed Properties in New Twist

President William Ruto has, for the first time, spoken about the ongoing dispute over properties linked to the late Nderitu Gachagua, promising action following a complaint from the family.

Speaking in Naivasha on Sunday, March 29, the Head of State said his government will look into the matter and ensure justice is done.

Ruto assured the family that any property taken unfairly will be returned to the rightful beneficiaries. He strongly emphasized protecting widows and orphans in the dispute.

“You can insult me as much as you want, but those properties belonging to widows and orphans must be returned,” Ruto said.

The President specifically mentioned a hotel in Nairobi and a house in Kilifi, saying they should go back to their rightful owners. He added that the cries of widows and orphans cannot be ignored.

This comes after the family of the late governor wrote to the President on March 23, asking for his intervention. In the letter, the family raised serious concerns about alleged fraud and interference in the management of the estate.

They claimed that a close relative had been involved in plans to deny rightful beneficiaries their inheritance. The family also questioned the validity of a will that has been used in the succession process.

According to them, the will may have been forged or manipulated, especially because it was signed when the late governor was seriously ill with pancreatic cancer.

“We are seeking justice, protection, and dignity after going through so much suffering since the death of our loved one,” part of the letter read.

The dispute has now drawn in former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who has denied all the allegations.

Gachagua accused President Ruto of interfering in what he described as a private family matter. He insisted that the succession process followed the law and was handled in court.

“After the will was read, we all went to court and agreed on its contents before a judge in 2018,” he said.

The unfolding row has sparked fresh political and family tensions, with Kenyans now waiting to see whether investigations will be launched and what action the government will take.