‘You Deserve Jail!’ in Heated Political Clash”
In a dramatic escalation of political tensions, Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi has publicly taken aim at Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, declaring that he “belongs in jail.” The fiery accusation comes from Sudi, a close ally of President William Ruto, who unleashed his outrage on X (formerly Twitter), where he accused Gachagua of hypocrisy and playing the tribal card to further his personal interests.
“Young people were killed in the streets, and those jailed are a result of the money you poured to sponsor demos,” Sudi wrote, directly addressing Gachagua. “Save for the respect we have for your office, you belong in jail,” he added, holding nothing back in his critique.
Sudi’s public outburst follows Gachagua’s claims that his political allies are facing a state-sponsored harassment campaign. The Deputy President alleged that the government is plotting to charge two of his close allies, MPs James Gakuya of Embakasi North and Benjamin Gathiru of Embakasi Central, for their supposed involvement in violent demonstrations held in June. Gachagua argued that the charges are part of a wider scheme designed to tarnish his image and set the groundwork for his impeachment.
However, Sudi’s explosive accusations tell a different story, accusing Gachagua of manipulating tribal sentiments for his political survival. “Don’t hide your ill intentions by attempting to box Mt. Kenya people into a tribal cocoon,” Sudi declared, branding Gachagua’s actions as “shameful.”
The emerging feud has thrown the ruling alliance into turmoil, threatening to deepen existing divisions. Gachagua, who often presents himself as a defender of Mt. Kenya interests, now finds himself in the crosshairs of internal critics, raising questions about his leadership and political motives.
The tension heightened when the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) recently recommended charges against five individuals, including MPs Gakuya and Gathiru, in connection with the violent demonstrations that took place in June. Despite being summoned, both MPs refused to submit their mobile phones for forensic analysis, raising suspicions about their involvement.
In a familiar refrain, Gachagua denounced the legal process as politically motivated, insisting that he and President Ruto had vowed to end such practices upon assuming office. “I am embarrassed that we are back to where we were,” Gachagua lamented, alleging that his supporters and staff have faced harassment for months.
The unfolding drama underscores the turbulent nature of Kenyan politics, where legal battles and power struggles often intersect. As the feud intensifies, all eyes will be on Gachagua and Sudi to see how this explosive confrontation plays out, with potential consequences for the government’s unity and stability.
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‘You Deserve Jail!’ in Heated Political Clash”
