Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is embarking on a significant two-day tour of the Rift Valley region, commencing today amidst speculation about his relationship with President William Ruto.
The schedule outlines Gachagua’s participation in a public gathering at Silverline in Eldoret this afternoon.
Tomorrow, he is scheduled to headline an empowerment program at Seiyo Secondary School in Kipchamo ward, Kesses. This event, anticipated to host various elected leaders and cabinet secretaries, is expected to delve into discussions surrounding succession politics and revenue-sharing formulas.
Known for advocating the one-man, one-shilling principle, Gachagua’s stance on resource allocation has stirred debate.
Preceding the empowerment initiative, Gachagua will grace the ordination ceremony of Eldoret Catholic Diocese’s newly appointed auxiliary bishop, John Lelei, at the Mother of Apostles Seminary grounds.
On Sunday, the Deputy President will lead an interdenominational church service at Matharu Primary School in Kesses, followed by an address to residents reaffirming his allegiance to President Ruto and Kenya’s Kwanza agenda.
This tour coincides with Ruto’s expected return from his state visit to the US and occurs amidst growing opposition to Gachagua’s advocacy for the one-man, one-shilling sharing formula.
Despite criticism, Gachagua remains steadfast in his pursuit of increased resources for densely populated regions, stressing the importance of fairness in national revenue distribution.
