National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has stirred fresh controversy after launching a scathing attack on Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, questioning his competence and suitability for high office. Speaking with sharp conviction, Ichung’wah did not mince his words as he dismissed Gachagua’s leadership abilities.
He declared:
“I knew from the word go that Rigathi Gachagua was unfit to be the Deputy President of Kenya. The man is not even fit to be a cattle dip chairman.”
Ichung’wah’s remarks underline the escalating political tensions within Kenya Kwanza, a coalition that has increasingly shown signs of internal friction. His statement suggested that, in his view, Gachagua lacked both the temperament and capability required for national leadership even before assuming office.
Political analysts note that such public criticism from a senior Kenya Kwanza figure signals deeper rifts within the ruling alliance. Supporters of Ichung’wah argue that he is simply expressing frustrations long felt within the coalition, while allies of Gachagua dismiss the comments as disrespectful and politically motivated.
The bold comparison—reducing the office of the Deputy President to the level of a local cattle dip management role—has sparked heated debate online. Many Kenyans interpreted it as one of the strongest public rebukes the DP has faced from within his own political camp.
Ichung’wah’s remarks add fuel to the growing speculation about shifting alliances and possible realignments ahead of the next election cycle. What remains clear is that the war of words inside Kenya Kwanza is far from over.
