Former Kiambu governor William Kabogo has slammed Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for remarks he made regarding retired President Uhuru Kenyatta.
Speaking to vernacular radio stations on Sunday, he exonerated Uhuru of Kenya’s economic troubles, in contrast to his normal harsh criticism of Uhuru’s economic management during his stay in office.
Gachagua stated that he would now protect Uhuru.
“Uhuru Kenyatta arrived at Kasarani, handed over the sword, and stepped aside. What more can we ask of him. We have been in government for two years; we cannot continue to blame Uhuru
“Uhuru Kenyatta should receive his retirement benefits, automobiles, and security. We used to blame him for wrecking the economy, but it’s been two years since we took over the administration. I will not let anyone to bring Uhuru’s name into the challenges we face as a country; I will protect him,” he said.
In response to Gachagua’s remarks, Kabogo criticized the DP, pointing out his hypocrisy given that he led smear campaigns against the former president.
“In two years, who has mentioned Uhuru more than RG?” Why the 180-degree turn? Hypocrisy to the utmost degree. Who was responsible for the invasion of northern lands? Give us a break,” he wrote on X.
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In June, Gachagua explained his move to issue a public apology to former President Uhuru Kenyatta.
He asserted that most of the leaders in the vote-rich region including him, were misled to attack Uhuru Kenyatta.
Gachagua acknowledged that it was not wise to attack their leader publicly given that a section of the public also mocked the former President.
Therefore, he noted that it would be wise to apologise to Uhuru to avoid a repeat of the same.
“We were misled, we attacked and shouted down President Uhuru. I requested forgiveness, did you forgive me? Never again will we attack our leader. Do not stab your brother in the back
“That is why I personally went live on TV and Radio to seek forgiveness from our son Uhuru Kenyatta for attacking him during the campaigns. We acknowledge our mistake. The bad thing would be to repeat the mistake,” he stated.
Gachagua detailed that the apology was also necessary given that there were still plans to cause division among the current leaders.
