Nyutu’s Bold Call to Give Gachagua the Presidency Ignites Heated Debate

A fierce political storm has erupted after Murang’a Senator Joe Nyutu challenged President William Ruto’s inner circle, urging them to stop undermining former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Nyutu insisted that Gachagua should be given the presidency first before being judged.

On Citizen TV’s Day Break show, Nyutu dismissed comparisons between Gachagua and Ruto, arguing they were unfair because Gachagua never had full executive power. “You cannot compare somebody who has the power of the presidency to people who operated at very low levels of leadership,” Nyutu said, clearly addressing Ruto’s supporters. His remarks visibly unsettled Uriri MP Mark Nyamita, a known Ruto defender.

This exchange signals shifting power dynamics within Kenya Kwanza. Nyutu’s comments appear to endorse Gachagua’s growing influence, especially among Mt. Kenya voters, and suggest some Rift Valley leaders are wary of his rise. The debate sparked the trending hashtag #GiveGachaguaThePower, reflecting deep divisions among Kenyans.

The controversy comes as the 2027 general elections approach, complicating the political landscape. Analysts note that the contest is no longer just Ruto versus Raila Odinga; Gachagua’s ambitions have entered the spotlight. While Trevor Ombija struggled to maintain order during the debate, the damage to party unity seems done.

Questions now hang in the air: Will Gachagua make a serious bid for State House? How will Ruto’s camp respond to this open challenge? And what does this mean for Kenya Kwanza’s cohesion going forward? As political tensions rise, the nation watches closely, awaiting answers that may shape the country’s future leadership.