KENYA : President William Ruto’s Allies Criticizes Gachagua’s New Party, Call “It Weak And  Divisive.” 

Kenyan President William Ruto and his close allies have launched a scathing attack on former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s newly unveiled political outfit, the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), describing it as lacking vision and built on tribal lines.

Speaking in Tana River County while inspecting the Galana Kulalu irrigation scheme, President Ruto emphasized that electoral success will come from tangible achievements, not insults or ethnic mobilization.

He urged politicians to focus on development rather than early campaigns, warning that divisive politics hinder national progress.

“There’s no reward at the ballot for those who peddle insults. People will vote based on visible results that improve their lives,” the president said, reaffirming his government’s commitment to delivering on its promises.

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki echoed the sentiments during his own engagements in Murang’a and Meru counties.

He reiterated that the current political season is not the time for campaigning or party-building, urging those with electoral ambitions to wait for the appropriate time.

Meanwhile, prominent Ruto allies including Senate Speaker Amason Kingi, MP Mwengi Mutuse, Farouk Kibet, and MP Japheth Nyakundi joined in dismissing Gachagua’s party.

They claimed the DCP lacks appeal, structure, and a unifying agenda. Kibet went further, branding the party as an attempt to sow division under the guise of community representation.

“Compared to the last decade, the progress made under President Ruto in just two and a half years is unmatched,” said Speaker Kingi, highlighting government projects as proof of leadership.

The public clash between the former and current political allies underscores growing political tension ahead of the next election season, with clear rifts already forming within the ruling coalition.