Wednesday, April 15,
2026 - Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has launched scathing
remarks directed at Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leaders.
Speaking during an economic inclusion dialogue in Kiharu,
Murang’a County, Gachagua responded to recent statements from ODM leaders who
opposed plans by the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) to field
candidates nationwide in the upcoming elections.
UDA Secretary‑General, Hassan Omar, had earlier insisted
that any strong party should be willing to compete across all regions,
including ODM strongholds.
His remarks drew criticism from ODM National Chairperson and
Homa Bay Governor, Gladys Wanga, alongside Suna East MP, Junet Mohamed, who
argued that political zoning remains central to Kenya’s political arrangements.
Gachagua, however, dismissed their concerns, claiming ODM
leaders ignored his earlier warnings.
“I told ODM leaders not to allow William Ruto to finish the party.
Now I see Gladys Wanga crying, Junet Mohamed is also crying.”
“All Raila Odinga allies are crying. I warned you,” he
said.
He alleged that President Ruto is working to weaken ODM’s
influence by creating alternative political formations.
According to Gachagua, Mining CS Hassan Joho could be handed
a new party to reduce ODM’s dominance at the Coast, while Co‑operatives CS
Wycliffe Oparanya may step down to lead another outfit in Western Kenya.
He further claimed that Interior PS Raymond Omollo has been
tasked with coordinating UDA activities in Luo Nyanza.
Gachagua warned that ODM risks being reduced to a regional
party, predicting it may only secure 20 MPs if Ruto’s strategy succeeds.
He maintained that his comments were made in the interest of
political balance, stressing the need for a strong opposition to safeguard
democracy.
The Kenyan DAILY POST
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