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- Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua publicly apologized to retired President Uhuru Kenyatta for past attacks, admitting he was misled and emphasizing the importance of unity and not repeating past mistakes.
- Gachagua’s apology and recent clashes with MP Oscar Sudi highlight internal tensions within the UDA and concerns about the neglect of the Mt. Kenya region by President William Ruto’s administration.
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua recently explained his reasons for apologizing to retired President Uhuru Kenyatta amidst growing tensions within the United Democratic Alliance (UDA).
Gachagua admitted that he had been misled into attacking Kenyatta, acknowledging that his actions were wrong.
He has since offered a heartfelt apology to the retired President and his family.
Reflecting on past events, Gachagua recalled how he, along with other regional leaders, had publicly criticized and disparaged Kenyatta and his family.
Recognizing the error of their ways, Gachagua emphasized that such actions would not be repeated.
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“We were misled, we attacked and shouted down President Uhuru. I requested forgiveness; did you forgive me? Never again will we attack our leader. Do not stab your brother in the back,” Gachagua stated, underscoring the importance of unity and respect.
Gachagua took his apology to a broader audience by addressing it live on television and radio, seeking forgiveness from Uhuru Kenyatta and expressing regret for his actions during the campaigns.
He stressed the importance of acknowledging mistakes and ensuring they are not repeated.
However, Gachagua did not reveal the identities of those who had misled him and contributed to the discord.
The Deputy President noted that his public apology was strategically important in countering efforts to create division among leaders from the vote-rich region.
He and his allies have previously pointed fingers at certain leaders close to President William Ruto, accusing them of driving a wedge between Gachagua and his boss.
In a related development, Gachagua recently clashed with Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi, advising him to stay out of Mt. Kenya politics.
This did not sit well with Sudi, who quickly retaliated, asserting his right to engage in politics across the country.
“You cannot control where I go. If we all stayed in our respective constituencies, then we would not be in government. We had to fly all over the country to ask Kenyans to elect this government. I am not someone you can threaten. I have been threatened enough, and this does not move me,” Sudi declared.
This quest to unify the Mt. Kenya region and advance its development agenda comes at a time when many leaders are accusing President William Ruto and his administration of neglecting a region that played a crucial role in their electoral success.