Silverio OmariFormer Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has addressed the noticeable silence from his Mount Kenya base following his impeachment a week ago. Speaking on Friday in Limuru, Kiambu County, the ousted leader reassured his supporters, urging them to stay calm and not to worry about the region’s political future. Gachagua commended the Central Kenya community for maintaining composure amidst his dramatic ouster, which many had anticipated would trigger political unrest.
“I want to tell the people from our region not to worry. Many people are calling me, asking what will happen next. Please, don’t worry; our community is unique, and many are surprised by this,” he stated.
Gachagua noted that most Kenyans expected his supporters to protest the impeachment, as has often been the case with other regions. He pointed out that when people from his community are upset, they express their frustrations differently, often through music and dance, rather than public demonstrations.
“They expected people to take to the streets, set fires, damage property, and shout; but that’s not who we are. People don’t understand us well—when we’re hurt, we remain quiet. If someone feels deeply aggrieved, they should express it through song or dance,” Gachagua explained.
His comments come as speculation about his political future grows, with some suggesting that the impeachment could signify the end of his career.
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