Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has launched a scathing attack on Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, accusing him of orchestrating chaos during last month’s anti-government protests. Speaking during a public engagement in Boston, United States, Gachagua claimed that Kindiki received Ksh.60 million from President William Ruto to fund goons to disrupt demonstrations and discredit Mt. Kenya leaders opposing the government.
“They paid goons to cause mayhem and frame us for it so that the public would turn against us,” Gachagua alleged. “But Kenyans are not blind; they can see through the deception.”
Gachagua, who has increasingly positioned himself as a vocal critic of the Ruto administration, mockingly referred to Kindiki as “Soprano” and accused him of misusing state funds to fuel early campaigns for the 2027 general election. He argued that the money being spent on political tours and helicopter rides should instead be channeled to critical sectors such as health and education.
“The money he’s flying around with in helicopters could fix hospitals and schools. Instead, it’s being thrown around in the name of empowerment. But young people are paying attention,” said Gachagua.
Outlining his presidential vision, Gachagua promised sweeping reforms within his first 100 days in office. He pledged to end extrajudicial killings, restore the independence of state institutions, and prioritize the delivery of essential public services.
“My first priority would be to end abductions and stop extrajudicial killings and restore the rule of law. The second thing would be to allow institutions such as Parliament to have autonomy to enable it to make effective decisions,” he said.
Gachagua also took aim at National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula, accusing him of compromising the neutrality of his office by openly campaigning for President Ruto.
According to the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR), at least 38 people were killed and over 130 injured during the Saba Saba protests, which also resulted in widespread destruction and economic losses.
The allegations have further intensified the political rift within the Kenya Kwanza coalition as the country inches closer to the 2027 elections.
