Rigathi Gachagua
KenyapoliticianMaleb. 19724.4Global Dominance: 0.01%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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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of going against the very promises he made to Kenyans as he sought office.
Gachagua bombshell: Ruto has broken all promises that swept him to powerKenya· 2026-08-12
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua stirred a storm in political circles over his heavy criticism of President William Ruto's scorecard.
Mbadi, Ichungwah and Junet tell off Gachagua over Ruto promisesKenya· 2026-08-12
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of going against the very promises he made to Kenyans as he sought office.
Gachagua bombshell: Ruto has broken all promises that swept him to powerKenya· 2026-08-12Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of failing Kenyans and abandoning his campaign promises.
You have failed Kenyans, Gachagua tells RutoKenya· 2026-08-11
Matiang’i addressed claims made by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua questioning the loyalty of some opposition figures.
Matiang'i dismisses 'mole' claims, says he has no personal problem with RutoKenya· 2026-08-11
Rigathi Gachagua has called on President William Ruto to suspend the Affordable Housing Levy and review tax bands to ease the burden on Kenyan workers.
Gachagua to Ruto: 'Cushion the payslip' by suspending housing levyKenya· 2026-08-11
The impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was mentioned as having shifted political allegiance.
High-profile Mt Kenya leaders skip critical ODM, UDA meeting in NaivashaKenya· 2026-08-11
Rigathi Gachagua is among the leaders calling for changes to the electoral process.
AI, personnel, tally questions linger over 2027 pollsKenya· 2026-08-11
The impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was mentioned as having shifted political allegiance.
High-profile Mt Kenya leaders skip critical ODMUDA meeting in NaivashaKenya· 2026-08-10Rigathi Gachagua is called upon to support Edwin Sifuna's presidential ambitions.
Wamboka: Kalonzo, Gachagua and Matiang'i should back SifunaKenya· 2026-08-10
Rigathi Gachagua has declared that Kikuyu police station is a crime scene following the revelation that the officers linked with the murder hailed from a police post in Kikuyu.
Gachagua: Close Kikuyu police stationKenya· 2026-08-10
Leaders allied to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua seeking to consolidate support for an alternative political formation.
Kindiki urges Mt Kenya to reject divisive politicsKenya· 2026-08-09
Lonyangapuo expressed dissatisfaction with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for speaking carelessly.
Lonyangapuo backs Ruto, says voters will choose development over popularityKenya· 2026-08-09
Mr Muturi accused DCP boss Rigathi Gachagua of bullying fringe parties.
Muturi and the making of a Ruto prodigal sonKenya· 2026-08-08
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was advancing a polarising narrative.
Shareholder politics - The StandardKenya· 2026-08-06Rigathi Gachagua maintained that his party was open to working with all opposition outfits.
Munya terms Gachagua a bully as opposition unity row deepensKenya· 2026-08-05
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is accused of disrespecting party leaders.
Mt Kenya never had a king; party leaders tell off Gachagua for "disrespecting" themKenya· 2026-08-05Rigathi Gachagua was accused of disrespecting the leaders of the United Opposition.
"Mt. has never had a king": Muturi, Munya tells off Gachagua for "disrespecting" themKenya· 2026-08-04
Gachagua is criticized by Mt Kenya leaders for attempting to dominate the region's politics.
Mt Kenya leaders reject Gachagua's bid to dominate region's politicsKenya· 2026-08-04Kalonzo Musyoka mentioned engaging DCP Party Leader Rigathi Gachagua to join the coalition.
Kalonzo unveils Azimio plan for super coalitionKenya· 2026-08-04
Rigathi Gachagua is the leader of the Democracy for the Citizens Party and commented on the High Court's order for Kaguchia's release.
Tension at Kamukunji Police Station as leaders demand Kaguchia's releaseKenya· 2026-08-03
The coalition aims to engage DCP Party Leader Rigathi Gachagua.
Azimio Coalition admits more political formations, moves to solidify support across the country ahead of 2027Kenya· 2026-08-03Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has intensified his criticism of President William Ruto's proposed Vision 2060 development framework.
Gachagua tears in vision 2060 urges government to solve immediate challengesKenya· 2026-08-03Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is expected to attend the meeting.
Uhuru to chair Azimio talks on formula for picking presidential candidateKenya· 2026-08-02
Rigathi Gachagua has sought to transform his personal political challenges into a community issue after his removal from office through the constitutional impeachment process.
Ruku accuses Uhuru, Gachagua of portraying Mt Kenya as dishonest over RutoKenya· 2026-08-02
Mandago warned Rigathi Gachagua against inciting the people during his planned visit to the Rift Valley.
Mandago warns Gachagua against inciting Rift Valley ahead of Nakuru tourKenya· 2026-08-02
Rigathi Gachagua has officially withdrawn his request to be reinstated as Deputy President in his ongoing court case challenging his removal from office.
Gachagua aondoa rasmi ombi lake la kurejeshwa madarakani Radio MaishaKenya· 2026-08-01
Rigathi Gachagua, Ruto's former Deputy President, was vocal in declaring Ruto's political days were numbered.
Ol Kalou outcome shows voters can prevail against disruptive gov't forcesKenya· 2026-08-01
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua had already attempted to frame the speech as hopeless.
Ruto's Vision 2063 Plan Triggers Sharp Political DivideKenya· 2026-08-01Ruku accused Gachagua of holding the Mt. Kenya region 'to ransom' through divisive politics.
Ruku: Gachagua's problem is with Ruto, not Mt. KenyaKenya· 2026-07-31