Nominated Senator Aron Cheruiyot has fired a sharp critique at Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of attempting to misuse influence over leaders who once mentored him. Cheruiyot suggested that Gachagua is trying to wield authority to intimidate his former mentor, President William Ruto, despite having been guided and supported by him in the past.
Speaking on the matter, Cheruiyot implied that such actions reflect ingratitude and political overreach, warning that exploiting relationships for intimidation undermines trust and decorum within leadership circles. He framed the issue as a cautionary example of how ambition and political maneuvering can strain bonds between seasoned leaders and their protégés.
The senator’s remarks add to growing criticism of political jockeying within the ruling coalition, highlighting tensions between loyalty, mentorship, and the exercise of power in Kenya’s political landscape ahead of upcoming elections.
