Gachagua Rejects Government Comeback
He brushed aside claims that he was keen on taking over from Interior CS Kithure Kindiki or kissing and making up with the President.
Gachagua further stated that he does not want jobs or political favors but justice and helping him regain his constitutional rights. Photo/ Courtesy
By Juliet Jerotich
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has categorically ruled out returning to government—let alone if courts reverse his impeachment.
Speaking at a public rally in the United States on Thursday, August 7, 2025, Gachagua was clear that he has no interest in serving in any position again under President William Ruto.
He brushed aside claims that he was keen on taking over from Interior CS Kithure Kindiki or kissing and making up with the President.
“I do not want to go back,” Gachagua said. “Even if the court re-installs me, I will not return. That page is closed.”
He responded to a question about his future in politics by saying the Constitution still considers him eligible pending legal procedures.
“Until grounds for law are not laid to rest fully, I am a potential presidential candidate,” he continued.
Gachagua further stated that he does not want jobs or political favors but justice and helping him regain his constitutional rights.
“What I need is my name cleared, not a government job,” he stated.
He also launched a bitter attack on President Ruto, terming him a “pathological liar.”
“I cannot work with someone whom I do not trust,” he told the public. “Ruto and I are water and oil, we do not mix.”
The audience went wild in cheering.
Gachagua claimed that dreams of reconciliation are gone.
“Our paths diverged a long time ago. I shall never be in Ruto’s government again,” he said.
Even at the blunt remarks, Gachagua declined to say whether he will run for presidency in 2027 or support a candidate.
His remarks were his strongest repudiation yet of having any role within Ruto’s government.
He says his focus now is fighting for equality and redeeming his reputation.
The ex-DP appears adamant to pursue a new political path, this time away from the current government.
As legal and political tussles abound, Gachagua remains steadfast: he’s not turning back.
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