Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s ally, Wahome Thuku, has sparked fresh controversy with claims that President William Ruto is planning to use state resources to weaken DCP ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Through his official Facebook page, Thuku alleged that Ruto intends to spend billions of shillings in taxpayers’ money to buy out DCP candidates and aspirants in both upcoming by-elections and the 2027 race.
According to him, the President is particularly determined to neutralize the influence of DCP, a party seen as closely associated with Gachagua, who has recently emerged as a formidable political figure.
“Ruto is going to spend billions of shillings (taxpayers money) to buy out all DCP candidates, even aspirants both in these by-elections and in 2027. And I am saying DCP, not any other party. He can’t stand humiliation by that party. I am the only one sure of never being bought,” Thuku declared.
His remarks come against the backdrop of growing tensions between President Ruto and the former DP, whose political camp has been consolidating support in Mount Kenya under the DCP banner.
Thuku’s claims suggest that the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) views DCP as its biggest threat in the region, and that attempts may be made to cripple it financially and politically.
While the allegations remain unverified, they reflect the rising political heat as the country inches closer to the 2027 elections.
Thuku’s defiant stance also signals that the rivalry between Ruto and Gachagua is far from over, with both sides seemingly prepared for a bruising battle over Mount Kenya’s political dominance.
Author: Bashir Juma
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