‘KRA, unless you arrest me, I have nothing,’ Gachagua says
The former Deputy President also accused the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) of targeting political opponents through tax demands, saying he had been told that the taxman was looking for him.
NAIROBI, Kenya – The Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader, Rigathi Gachagua, has made a strong political statement in the Mt Kenya region, warning that he will not back politicians seeking positions under his party’s banner without his support. Amid the growing race for the 2027 General Elections, Gachagua also accused the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) of targeting political opponents through tax demands.
The former Deputy President revealed that he had been informed KRA was looking for him, but he stated that there was nothing left they could seize as they had already taken everything from him. Gachagua further alleged that KRA Chairperson Ndiritu Muriithi, a candidate for the Laikipia governorship, harbored personal vendettas against him.
He warned Muriithi against joining DCP and seeking the Laikipia governorship, accusing him of attempting to influence Laikipia residents through tax pressure. Gachagua called out Laikipia East MP Mwangi Kiunjuri, labeling him a traitor for aligning with President William Ruto. He also cautioned against politicians aligning themselves with DCP in their pursuit of the 2027 elections, stating that the party would not automatically endorse individuals based on their connections.
These statements come as the Mt Kenya region becomes ever more crucial in the race for the presidency.
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