Rigathi Gachagua
KenyapoliticianMaleb. 19724.8Global Dominance: 0.00%Rigathi Gachagua is a Kenyan politician and the Deputy President of Kenya, known for his vocal opposition to Raila Odinga and his political maneuvers within the ruling government. He has been a controversial figure, often criticized for his stance on various political issues, but remains a prominent player in Kenya's political arena, representing the interests of his constituents and advocating for government policies.
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According to the former DP if the drafters of the constitution meant to say that every President should automatically serve two terms then it would have been provided for as a 10-year term not a five-year term.
Stay in your lane, Kindiki tells GachaguaKenya· 2026-06-23
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has visited Charles Mutwiri's farm.
Meru coffee farmer secures US market, urges growers to boost productionKenya· 2026-06-22
Rigathi Gachagua is among the United Opposition leaders who spoke to residents in Chwele.
How United Opposition's Western tour rattled Mudavadi-Wetang'ula gripKenya· 2026-06-22
Rigathi Gachagua's politics are described as structurally violent.
Political violence: Do not return Kenya to dark corners of historyKenya· 2026-06-21
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was involved in a case that tested the spirit of Kenya’s 2010 Constitution.
On Gachagua's judgment, the High Court ended up impeaching itselfKenya· 2026-06-20
Rigathi Gachagua is involved in an impeachment case that raises questions about the integrity of the judgment issued by the High Court.
Gachagua impeachment: Lawyers raise alarm over missing pages, Judges signaturesKenya· 2026-06-20
Rigathi Gachagua is part of the alliance opposing Edwin Sifuna's team.
Matiang'i holds talks with Sifuna team in unity bidKenya· 2026-06-19
Internal wrangles threaten to bring down Gachagua's house.
Internal wrangles threaten to bring down Gachagua's houseKenya· 2026-06-01Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua called for swift investigations and accountability, warning against negligence in public institutions.
Ruto leads nation in mourning 16 Gilgil school fire victimsKenya· 2026-05-28
Rigathi Gachagua, the Ex-Deputy President, questioned the trustworthiness of William Ruto regarding the fund.
National Assembly passes National Infrastructure Fund Bill 2026Kenya· 2026-03-05
Gachagua, who termed Ng’eno a close friend, called for a thorough and speedy investigation into the cause of the crash.
Wetangula leads MPs in visit to late MP Ng'eno's familyKenya· 2026-03-04
Rigathi Gachagua backed claims that hired gangs disrupted opposition meetings.
Kisii residents turn tables on opposition over chaos narrativeKenya· 2026-03-02
Rigathi Gachagua is the former Deputy President who was criticized for making announcements before the family was informed.
Emotions run high as MP Ng'eno's body arrives at Lee funeral homeKenya· 2026-03-01
DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua mourned the MP saying he was a great friend who faced threats and intimidation.
President Ruto leads country in mourning MP Johana NgenoKenya· 2026-03-01
Rigathi Gachagua is the impeached Deputy President leading the opposition against Ruto.
Opposition leaders storm Nakuru, pledge unity to end Ruto's presidency in 2027Kenya· 2026-02-27
Rigathi Gachagua is associated with the DCP ticket that Bramwel Khaemba ran on.
UDA tightens grip in Malava after Shalakha wins West Kabras ward seatKenya· 2026-02-27
Hassan Omar accused Rigathi Gachagua of misleading Kenyans into believing they can transform Kenya.
UDA dismisses United opposition as 'agenda-less' after by-election victoriesKenya· 2026-02-27
MPs censure Gachagua for his actions.
MPs censure Gachagua, chide 'moribund' NCICKenya· 2026-02-26Opposition leader Rigathi Gachagua criticizes the government's handling of the Mau Forest compensation issue.
Mau forest evictees accuse Ruto of broken promises, demand urgent redressKenya· 2026-02-26
Rigathi Gachagua is one of the opposition figures pursuing separate strategies.
History will repeat itself if the Opposition goes to 2027 elections dividedKenya· 2026-02-24
Rigathi Gachagua was also among the United Opposition leaders attending the event.
Political showdown marks United Opposition rallies in GusiiKenya· 2026-02-23Rigathi Gachagua is mentioned as a deputy president who is involved in political maneuvers against Edwin Sifuna.
Edwin Sifuna: The surging political firestorm that is hard to ignoreKenya· 2026-02-23
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua attended a service where a confrontation erupted.
'Politicians are our biggest headache on security,' Murkomen warnsKenya· 2026-02-22
Rigathi Gachagua is a former Deputy President and a close confidant of Ndegwa Njiru.
Opposition leaders must stop tarnishing Matiang'i's nameKenya· 2026-02-20
Rigathi Gachagua is Ruto's deputy whose ouster has affected Ruto's support in Mount Kenya.
2027 presidential poll will be a rematch between Ruto, UhuruKenya· 2026-02-20
Rigathi Gachagua expressed dissatisfaction with the junior officers sent by the IG for the meeting.
Opposition leaders snub junior police officers, demand meeting with IGKenya· 2026-02-17
Former DP Rigathi Gachagua is mentioned in agreement regarding the misuse of public loans.
Why Nyota fund is a public debt being misused as party propertyKenya· 2026-02-15Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused the government of dragging its feet in prosecuting individuals linked to recent attacks on churches.
Gachagua demands prosecution over church attacksKenya· 2026-02-15Rigathi Gachagua was attacked during a service at Witima ACK Church in Nyeri.
Bishops condemn attacks on churches, demand investigationsKenya· 2026-02-13Rigathi Gachagua is involved in a political feud that led to his removal from office.
Kenya Kwanza share deal exposed in filingKenya· 2026-02-13