Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has revealed plans to announce significant political developments in January 2025. Speaking during a church service on Sunday, Gachagua stated that ongoing consultations with key stakeholders, including church leaders, businesspeople, and other professionals, are nearing completion.
“I am continuing discussions with people—our church leaders, businesspeople, professionals, and intelligent leaders who care about our people. In January, I will explain the agreements we have reached,” he said.
Gachagua also criticized President William Ruto, expressing regret over trusting him entirely based on his religious demeanor. “The President did very well to bring this fight to the people of the mountain because we have come to know him. Before, we did not know him well, but now we do, don’t we? Now we are speaking to you as you are. We have studied you and understand the kind of person you are,” he said.
The former Mathira MP emphasized that the Mt Kenya region would witness the emergence of a new political movement, describing it as more impactful than the realignment of 2002, which ended Daniel Moi’s 24-year rule and propelled former President Mwai Kibaki to power.
“The political movement that would start in this mountain, 2002 will look like a joke. We shall join other Kenyans to get on the right trajectory and define our destiny,” he declared.
The remarks have intensified speculation about the formation of a new political coalition. Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka confirmed ongoing discussions with Gachagua to create a fresh alliance. “We will talk to everyone going forward to build a strong coalition. What I can say is that there will come a time when we will ask everyone to validate their membership in Azimio and expand,” Kalonzo said.
Makueni MP Daniel Maanzo, a close ally of Kalonzo, added that plans for the coalition are progressing rapidly, with a goal to formalize it by Christmas. “We are working on the new coalition and looking for new partners. The coalition should be in place by Christmas,” Maanzo said.
