‘We Are In Talks With Kalonzo!’ – Gachagua Confirms Possible Alliance
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has declared that he will team up with Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka to challenge President William Ruto in the 2027 presidential election.
Gachagua was in Mbooni Constituency in Makueni County on Wednesday, when he attended Agnes Mwikali Muiya’s burial and hinted at his future plans, admitting that he owed Kalonzo a favour.
While accusing President Ruto of betraying him, Gachagua praised the Wiper Party leader, claiming that he stood up to the Kenya Kwanza Government.
“Wiper people led by Kalonzo have shown grace and we have decided you are our friends for life. And we don’t just say that. When we say it, we mean it,” Gachagua said, as he confirmed he was in talks with the Wiper Party leader.
He added, “We owe Kalonzo and you people. We are in talks with Kalonzo and we will strategise well. We are talking as Kenyans and looking for a way to improve the economy and end the trend of lies in the country.”
Rigathi Gachagua has endorsed Kalonzo Musyoka candidacy. He said he has only one job, to send Kasongo Ruto to Sugoi and his clowns in 2027. pic.twitter.com/mIGx4D5vIr
— Cornelius K. Ronoh (@itskipronoh) December 18, 2024
The impeached former Deputy President was confident that the Ukambani community had the numbers to swing the odds against President Ruto’s side if only they turned out in large numbers to register as voters.
While providing an exact figure, Gachagua broke down exactly what was required to win the next election, claiming his team rarely loses in politics.
“Mine is just to urge the Ukambani people to register as voters. As the nominated MCA said, leadership is registering and voting,” Gachagua said.
“In Kenya to win a poll, you need 50 plus one. We want Kitui Machakos and Makueni to register themselves so we can get 3.5 to four million.”
He continued: “Once you get to that figure, look for me because on our side we want to push 10 million. Everything is about strategy.”
Gachagua’s remarks were echoed by one of his staunchest supporters, Kiambu Senator Karungo wa Thangwa, who officially declared his support for Kalonzo.
“Whenever Kalonzo comes to Kiambu he is very welcome and we will walk with him in 2027,” the Senator said.
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Following Gachagua’s latest comments, the Kenyan political landscape could be in for a major shakeup three years before the next presidential elections.
Gachagua is constitutionally barred from running for political office after losing his seat in impeachment proceedings. This leaves Kalonzo as the former Deputy President’s greatest chance to topple Ruto in 2027.
In recent weeks, the former DP has been adamant that his relationship with President Ruto is irreparable, signaling the beginning of a new political battle including a Gachagua-Kalonzo alliance.
Meanwhile, President Ruto appears to be strengthening his allies, with political observers viewing his warm relationship with Raila Odinga and his recent visit to former President Uhuru Kenyatta as deliberate moves ahead of rough times.
‘We Are In Talks With Kalonzo!’ – Gachagua Confirms Possible Alliance
