Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has launched a fierce attack against Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika and her husband, dismissing claims that he should not step foot in the county.
Speaking during a public address, Gachagua made it clear that no leader has exclusive ownership of any region, insisting that Nakuru belongs to all Kenyans.
“Susan Kihika na bwana yako, hii Nakuru si ya mama yako! Hapana tisha Rigathi Gachagua ati asikuje Nakuru, hii county sio private property yenu!” he declared.
His remarks come amid rising political tensions and shifting alliances as leaders begin positioning themselves ahead of the 2027 General Election. The strong words have since sparked mixed reactions, with supporters backing his stance on political freedom of movement, while critics argue that such confrontational rhetoric only escalates divisions.
Observers note that Nakuru remains a key political battleground in the Rift Valley, and the exchange signals growing competition and rivalry among influential leaders in the region.
As the political temperatures continue to rise, Kenyans are closely watching how the evolving dynamics between national and county leaders will shape the coming election cycle.
