Moses Kuria has criticised Rigathi Gachagua’s remarks about relocating to the United States.
Moses Kuria questions Gachagua’s relocation remarks and disputes his argument that Mt Kenya divisions could undermine the opposition.
Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria challenges Gachagua over remarks that he would move to the United States if President William Ruto wins re-election in 2027.
In a post on X, Kuria criticised the former Deputy President’s comments during an interview on the Kiririmbi programme. He questioned what such a move would mean for Kenyans who cannot afford to leave the country.
Kuria challenges Gachagua on leadership responsibility
Kuria said he found the relocation remarks troubling, particularly from someone of Gachagua’s political standing. He argued that leaders should consider millions of Kenyans who lack the resources or privilege to relocate.
His criticism focused on the contrast between that option and the circumstances of citizens who must remain in Kenya. Kuria therefore challenged Gachagua to consider those Kenyans when discussing his response to a possible Ruto victory.
Gachagua has repeatedly urged opposition leaders to unite ahead of the August 2027 General Election. He argues that a coordinated political front would strengthen their efforts to challenge Ruto’s bid for another term.
Coalition interests and Mt Kenya divisions
However, Kuria also disputed Gachagua’s explanation that divisions within Mt Kenya could contribute to an opposition setback. He argued that Gachagua was avoiding the difficulty of bringing together leaders with competing political interests.
Kuria singled out Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i. In his view, a proposed alliance involving the three would struggle to reconcile their different interests and ambitions.
To illustrate that challenge, he invoked the traditional river-crossing puzzle involving a goat, a leopard and grass. He also rejected blaming the Kikuyu community for those coalition difficulties.
Meanwhile, opposition leaders are working to consolidate support and agree on a common election strategy. Gachagua is also seeking to strengthen his support in Mt Kenya following his fallout with Ruto.
