Speaking on Wednesday during a development tour in Nyeri County, President William Ruto claimed that he once had a very strong and close relationship with former President Uhuru Kenyatta, but that relationship was later destroyed by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
According to Ruto, the bond between him and Uhuru was based on trust, friendship, and shared plans for the future of the Central Kenya region.
The President said that during his time working with Uhuru Kenyatta, they both agreed and promised the people of Central Kenya that they would focus on unity, development, and economic growth.
Ruto noted that they had a shared vision of transforming the region through infrastructure projects, job creation, and support for farmers and small businesses.
However, he claimed that things started going wrong when Gachagua entered the picture and began pushing what he described as divisive politics.
“We had agreed to unite the people and develop this region together, but divisive politics ruined everything,” Ruto said.
Despite the fallout, President Ruto stated that he is determined to honor the promise he made to former President Uhuru Kenyatta. He said he remains committed to uniting the people of Central Kenya and ensuring that development projects continue without discrimination.
Ruto emphasized that unity is key to progress and that leaders should focus on serving the people rather than creating political camps.
“I will fulfill the promise I made. I will unite the people of Central Kenya and work for their future,” he added.
At the same time, the President strongly criticized former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of lacking a clear and meaningful agenda for the people of Central Kenya.
Ruto claimed that instead of focusing on development issues such as roads, education, healthcare, and agriculture, Gachagua is mainly focused on politics that divide communities. He warned that such politics could harm the region’s stability and growth.
“The politics of division has no place in our country, and I will not allow it to take root,” Ruto said.
The President’s remarks come at a time when political temperatures are rising as leaders position themselves ahead of the next general election.
His statements in Nyeri are likely to spark debate, especially in Central Kenya, a region that continues to play a key role in national politics.
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