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Ruto-Gachagua fallout threatens to polarise country

President William Ruto shakes hands with Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua during Madaraka Day Celebrations at Masinde Muliro Stadium in Kanduyi, Bungoma County. [PCS]

The rift between President William Ruto and his deputy Rigathi Gachagua could put the country in an electioneering mood, political experts have warned.

While the Head of State has remained silent over growing tension, his decision to hit at his deputy for holding divergent opinions may ruin their political partnership. Experts warn that Ruto and Gachagua's remarks will give factions aligned to either side fodder to go against each other.

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