Suna West MP Peter Masara has criticized former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for distancing himself from the failures of President William Ruto’s government and seeking sympathy.
He accused Gachagua of running away from his responsibility for his role as the President’s principal assistant.
Gachagua, who was impeached in October, recently condemned the government for rushed decisions, coercing Kenyans, and ignoring public concerns.
Speaking to NTV, Gachagua claimed he was excluded from decisions like the controversial transition from the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to the Social Health Authority (SHA).
He also threatened to reveal more shocking details about Kenya Kwanza and Ruto’s administration to the public.
Masara, speaking on Citizen TV’s Day Break program on Tuesday, dismissed Gachagua’s claims. He argued that the former DP should be held accountable for the government’s missteps.
“Gachagua was the principal assistant to the President. If he failed in his duties, he should return the money he earned while in office,” Masara said.
Piblic sympathy
The MP accused Gachagua of seeking public sympathy after benefiting from the same administration he now criticizes.
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“Even with sympathy, he cannot be elected anywhere,” Masara stated. “He was part of the bad decisions, stayed silent while earning, and is now speaking out after being ousted.”
Masara further, criticized Gachagua for divisive politics, saying, “Kenya is a multiparty democracy. When you engage in divisive tactics like Gachagua did, you’re bound to fail.”
Gachagua, in his defense, has claimed his impeachment was a result of opposing government policies he believed were harmful to Kenyans.
He alleged that accusations of insubordination in his ouster were a pretext to remove him for challenging punitive policies.
In conclusion, Masara called for leaders to take full accountability for their roles in government rather than shifting blame after leaving office.
He emphasized the need for responsible leadership and warned against exploiting public sentiment for personal gain.
Gachagua’s defense, however, raises questions about the inner workings of Ruto’s administration, leaving room for further scrutiny and public debate.
