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30 Jun

Atwoli Criticizes Gachagua for Remarks Against NIS DG Haji

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The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General, Francis Atwoli, has strongly criticized Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for his recent remarks against the National Intelligence Service (NIS) Director General Noordin Haji. Addressing residents in Kitui County, Atwoli urged Gachagya to focus on assisting President William Ruto in reconciling the nation rather than creating discord. Atwoli's comments came in response to a press conference held by Gachagua on Wednesday evening, where he called for the resignation of the NIS Director, accusing him of misguiding the President regarding the Gen Z protests. "The government must speak with one voice," Atwoli asserted.…

29 Jun

Be patient with President Ruto, Gachagua urges Kenyans

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Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has asked Kenyans to be patient with President William Ruto as the Head of State continues engaging stakeholders over the recent protests. Mr Gachagua has also called for restraint, urging Kenyans to respect leaders and stop jeering MPs or destroying their properties over the Finance Bill 2024, which has already been rejected by the President. The Deputy President said President Ruto has already kicked off consultations with various groups and stakeholders including the church leaders and business community to address the concerns raised by Gen-Z demonstrators. "Let us give the President a chance to complete the…

26 Jun

Gachagua asks Intelligence Boss Nordin Haji to Resign

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Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has criticized the National Intelligence Service (NIS) for failing to properly brief President William Ruto on the likely rejection of the Finance Bill 2024. Speaking at a press conference in Mombasa on Wednesday, Gachagua called for the resignation of NIS Director General Noordin Haji, citing incompetence. "The security sector was caught off-guard by the intensity of the protests. Had NIS DG Noordin Haji done his job, we would not be where we are today," Gachagua stated. He further accused the NIS of providing false information that linked him and former President Uhuru Kenyatta to the ensuing…

26 Jun

Gachagua Asks Schools To Be Patient on Funding

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Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has urged secondary school principals to be patient regarding the release of capitation funds, emphasizing the government's commitment to ensuring smooth operations in schools. Speaking at the official opening of the 47th Kenya Secondary Schools Heads Association annual national conference at Sheikh Zayed School, Mombasa, the Deputy President reiterated the government's dedication to a thriving education sector. "Regarding capitation, we have faced challenges due to a very tight fiscal space, escalating public debt, and diminishing revenue," Gachagua explained. "We don't have a reserve of funds; we rely on taxpayer money, which we disburse to you. Delays…

22 Jun

Ruto & Gachagua pay glowing tribute to Nairobi business magnate Gerald Gikonyo Kanyuira

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President William Ruto and his Deputy Rigathi Gachagua have paid glowing tribute to a prominent Nairobi businessman Mzee Gerald Gikonyo Kanyuira for his passion in business sector and commitment to serve the nation. The President and his Deputy described Mzee Gikonyo who died at, 110 years as a dedicated and diligent businessman who oversaw growth of the Nairobi's business sector during the colonial and post colonial eras. In a condolence message read on his behalf by the Deputy President on Saturday at Wanjerere primary school grounds in Kangema, Murang'a County, the President eulogised Mzee Gikonyo as a fallen hero who…

22 Jun

DP Rigathi Gachagua calls for Unity

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Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua says he is working with political leaders and elders from the country's other regions in pushing for unity of the nation. This is as politicians and the Clergy urged him to continue with his mission to rally all leaders behind President William Ruto and be courageous in executing his mandates. Mr Gachagua said his efforts to unite the Mount Kenya region are bearing fruits. He reiterated that he will not tire in reaching out to all leaders for the sake of national unity. "The unity of the mountain is unstoppable and is complete. Only one per…