Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua described a tense conversation with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna during a meeting on October 28, 2026. Gachagua said he directly confronted Sifuna about his role in the political process that led to his impeachment. The meeting took place after Sifuna was implicated in the 2024 impeachment of President William Ruto.
Gachagua claimed Sifuna admitted to betraying the political process, according to the interview with a local station. The conversation, which Gachagua described as intense, focused on Sifuna’s involvement in the events leading to his removal from power. Gachagua said he questioned Sifuna about the circumstances surrounding the impeachment, which occurred in 2024.
The discussion also touched on the upcoming 2027 presidential election. Gachagua mentioned that Ruto would face tough questions in the Mount Kenya region, particularly regarding the impeachment. He noted that Sifuna’s actions during the impeachment process would be a key issue in the campaign.
Gachagua emphasized that the conversation was personal and not an official party stance. He clarified that the remarks were based on his own understanding of the events. The meeting highlighted ongoing tensions between former allies following the impeachment.
The political fallout from the 2024 impeachment continues to influence the 2027 election landscape. Gachagua’s account adds to the public discourse around the events that led to his removal from power.
