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Gachagua giving opposition the discipline it desperately needed

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua,during an interview with KTN at his Karen Residence on April 7,2025. [Benard Orwongo,Standard]

Whoever whispered to President William Ruto the idea of impeaching his deputy must truly love this country-not because the advice was sound, but because in trying to isolate or oust Rigathi Gachagua, they may have unwittingly handed Kenya the opposition leader it sorely needs.

Gachagua's emerging defiance is doing what few expected: injecting discipline, clarity, and urgency into an opposition that has for too long wallowed in hesitation, betrayal and confusion.

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