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Gachagua puts Ruto on the spot ahead of Northern Kenya tour

President William Ruto (L) and DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua. [File, Standard]

Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has challenged President William Ruto to account for promises made to Northern Kenya since his election in 2022, a day before the President begins his three-day tour of the region.

Gachagua said the visit amounted to early campaigning for the 2027 election while failing to confront the region’s deepening crises, including drought, insecurity, and what he described as unaccountable leadership.

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