Kindiki Invites Gachagua Allies Back to Kenya Kwanza, Promises Government Jobs
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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on leaders from the Mt Kenya region who left the Kenya Kwanza government to return, saying there is still room for them in President William Ruto’s administration.
Speaking during a meeting with women leaders in Meru County, Kindiki said politicians allied to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua would be welcomed back if they decided to work with the government again.
According to Kindiki, those who return could be considered for Cabinet positions and other senior government appointments. He also said some leaders would receive support to contest elective seats in future elections.
Kindiki claimed some leaders who joined the opposition were no longer being treated with respect. He urged them to come back and work together with the Kenya Kwanza administration.
His remarks came shortly after Rigathi Gachagua addressed disagreements emerging within the opposition coalition as leaders prepare for the 2027 General Election.
While speaking at his Wamunyoro residence, Gachagua dismissed reports that he wanted all Mt Kenya political parties to dissolve and join the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP).
He said every political party should remain independent but insisted that opposition parties should unite behind one presidential candidate in the next General Election while competing separately for other elective seats.
Gachagua also challenged some of his allies to strengthen their political parties before demanding a bigger role in coalition talks. He cited the recent Ol Kalou by-election as an example while questioning the grassroots strength of some parties.
His comments attracted criticism from several opposition leaders.
Party of National Unity (PNU) leader Peter Munya accused Gachagua of using harsh language against fellow leaders and urged him to treat political rivals with more respect.
Democratic Party leader Justin Muturi also disagreed with Gachagua’s remarks, saying no single leader should force other political parties to dissolve and join a new party.
On his part, Democratic Empowerment Party (DEP) leader Lenny Kivuti defended coalition partners for openly discussing their differences, saying political leaders should be free to express their views instead of waiting for private meetings.
The latest exchanges highlight growing competition and negotiations within both the Kenya Kwanza government and the opposition as political leaders position themselves ahead of the 2027 elections.
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