- Finally, President William Ruto has spoken about his dispute with the sacked Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua
- Ruto suggested that Gachagua was not happy with his decision to collaborate with Raila Odinga in forming a broad government
- He added that he will not allow any leader in the country to continue politics that divides Kenyans on the basis of ethnicity
President William Ruto has indicated the reason for his conflict with the sacked Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
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What did Ruto say about his rift with Gachagua?
Speaking of town Turkana on Friday, October 25, the head of state appeared to hint that his conflict with Gachagua began when he installed his broad-based government.
He seems to have hinted that the sacked deputy president seemed to oppose the idea of members of the ODM party led by Raila Odinga to work with the government.
“Some people were angry when I formed a government that unites Kenyans. Should I continue to unite Kenyans or not?” Ruto he said.
He has also explained that united Kenyans have the strength to face the challenges facing this nation.
“I am begging you to allow me to unite Kenyans so that we can work together to build roads, strengthen water supply, ensure there is proper electricity supply and the health sector is improved,” he said.
Ruto also appeared to criticize Gachagua's politics aimed at Mount Kenya, stressing that he will not allow division in the country.
“We have no business with ethnicity. We have no business with people who want to divide the country. I even created a new government that unites all Kenyans,” he insisted.
Why was Gachagua removed?
While this was happening, the sacked Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua reiterated his call for unity in the Mlima area Kenyathe main issue that contributed to his removal from power.
He faced 11 charges, including promoting tribal politics, abuse of office, and violation of the constitution, among others.
His accusation happened at midnight after he was rushed to the hospital following severe pain suddenly of the chest.
However, the court issued conservative orders to prevent his removal from power and the bar's deputy president-designate Kithure Kindiki to take over his office.
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