Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed
claims that his political stance is driven by revenge against President William
Ruto.
Speaking on Tuesday, Gachagua
said his push for reforms is about good governance and not a personal vendetta.
He maintained that his fight is focused on ending
injustices, corruption, and ensuring Kenyans have access to basic services.
“I don’t think stopping
abductions, saying no to extrajudicial killings, is revenge. It is humanity.
Stopping corruption is not revenge; it’s morality. I am not interested in any
revenge. I am interested in good governance, having a country that is working,
a happy population,” he said on Citizen TV.
Gachagua insisted that his only
interest is to see a country where hospitals are stocked with drugs and
children can access education.
He said his call for Ruto to leave office is a necessity and
not a personal grudge, adding that he is the only courageous person who can do
that.
“All I am saying is for that
to happen, this man has to exit. It’s not revenge, it’s necessity. I am not a
vengeful person, and I have nothing personal against William Ruto,” Gachagua
stated.
He further said he is standing
up for Kenyans despite facing humiliation, persecution, and attacks.
The former DP noted that former Prime Minister Raila Odinga
is compromised because of his working agreement with Ruto and that Parliament,
whose role is to oversight the executive, is captured.
“Somebody must do it. Raila was compromised, Parliament and
Senate have been captured. Someone has to stand up and say no,” he added.
Gachagua further announced his bid for the presidency in the
2027 general elections, insisting that he has all the qualifications.
“I am a
candidate to be president of the Republic of Kenya. I am qualified, and I have support.
I am looking for more support, and I will be on the ballot as a candidate for
President,” he stated.
Gachagua
defended his eligibility despite questions surrounding his impeachment and
ongoing legal battles.
He argued that
the Constitution provides for every Kenyan to run for elective office as long
as legal remedies have not been exhausted.
