Ruto accuses Gachagua of extortion as 2027 political battle intensifies

President William Ruto has launched a scathing attack on his former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, branding him an extortionist and questioning his political credibility, as the battle for the 2027 General Election gathers momentum. Speaking during his development tour of the Gusii region, Ruto accused Gachagua of allegedly extorting governors, business people and political aspirants. The President dismissed Gachagua's claims that he commands significant political support, challenging him about his political influence. Ruto, who said he had been elected seven times, contrasted his political journey with that of his former deputy, whom he accused of arrogance and lacking political intelligence.