Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - Democracy for the Citizens Party (DP) leader, Rigathi Gachagua, has vowed to shield former President Uhuru Kenyatta from what he described as intimidation attempts by President William Ruto’s administration.
Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, February 10th,
Gachagua accused the Government of deploying junior politicians to threaten
Uhuru with the withdrawal of his retirement package following his criticism of
the Kenya Kwanza administration.
“I will not allow Uhuru Kenyatta to be intimidated.”
“I have a responsibility from the region to defend our son
and kingpin,” Gachagua declared.
He alleged that the threats were aimed at curbing Kenyatta’s
political freedom, discouraging him from engaging with other leaders or
expressing independent views.
Gachagua dismissed the notion that Uhuru could be silenced
over allowances, describing him as a statesman who commands respect.
“He is not a poor man. He has worked hard to build
resources, and I don’t think he can be told to shut up,” he said.
Gachagua further pledged that if the United Opposition wins
the 2027 General Elections, they will reinstate Uhuru’s retirement package
should it be withdrawn.
He claimed that the attacks on the former President stem
from Ruto’s fear of a united Mount Kenya region.
“Ruto is in shock, confused, and has panicked because the
unity of the Mountain is real.”
“He had hoped Uhuru would help divide the region, but that
plan has failed,” Gachagua asserted.
He urged Ruto to stop blaming his predecessor for current
challenges, insisting that the Head of State had failed to deliver on campaign
promises.
Leaders allied to Ruto have repeatedly threatened to block
Uhuru’s benefits, with presidential aide, Farouk Kibet, warning that the
exchequer will stop remitting funds to the former President.
The Kenyan DAILY POST
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