Mt. Kenya Rift Widens: Meru Leaders Distance Themselves from Deputy President Gachagua’s Proposals
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s influence seems to be waning as more political figures from Central Kenya distance themselves from him, with the latest being Meru leaders who rejected his push for the ‘one man, one shilling, one vote’ initiative.
At a press conference at Parliament on Tuesday, these legislators disagreed with Gachagua’s suggestion that MPs should reside in their constituencies.
“We would be wrong to suggest that other regions should not receive development,” stated Igembe South MP Paul Mwirigi, who spoke on behalf of the group.
While distancing themselves from Gachagua’s statements, the MPs also denied any rift between President William Ruto and his deputy.
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“We support the President’s call for unity in the country,” Mwirigi continued. “We have not observed any division between the President and his deputy. The DP seeing off the President to Korea signifies their solidarity.”
Choosing not to engage in the ‘one man, one vote, one shilling’ debate, the MPs said they would wait for any legislative proposals before forming an opinion.
“When there is a proposal similar to BBI, which I supported, we will then state our position,” said Imenti South MP Raheem Dawood.
Mwirigi and Dawood were accompanied by MPs Dorothy Ikiara, Mpuru Aburi, Julius Taituma, Dan Kili, and Moses Kirema.
Mt. Kenya Rift Widens: Meru Leaders Distance Themselves from Deputy President Gachagua’s Proposals