Moses Kuria tells Gachagua to ‘calm his horses’ in Mt Kenya kingpin tussle
Kuria said Gachagua should be patient and allow Uhuru to retain his position as the region’s political kingpin, while taking a swipe at what he described as attacks directed at the former President and his allies.
Nairobi, Kenya - August 11 - Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has warned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to exhibit patience in his attempt to assume leadership of the Mt Kenya political landscape. Kuria cautioned Gachagua against prematurely displacing retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, who remains a key figure in the region's politics.
Kuria pointed out Gachagua's aggressive tactics, stating, "I have seen that Rigathi Gachagua has unleashed all his attack dogs on my brother, President Uhuru Kenyatta, and his allies." The former Cabinet Secretary urged Gachagua to "come slowly," drawing a biblical analogy to emphasize the importance of patience. Kuria cited the story of David, who patiently waited 22 years to be crowned King after being anointed by Samuel.
The competing ambitions for political sway in the Mt Kenya region come into sharper focus as the 2027 General Election approaches. Gachagua, who previously served as Deputy President from 2022 until his removal in 2024, has been positioning himself as a prominent voice among the region's voters. Kuria's remarks reflect the growing rivalry between the two figures in the region's political sphere.
The conflict extends beyond mere party allegiance, as Gachagua seeks to consolidate his influence, while others, including PNU leader Peter Munya, resist the idea of a single political entity dictating the region's direction. The disagreement encompasses who will have the authority to negotiate Mt Kenya's interests and determine its political future in 2027.
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