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Ruto, Gachagua clash in Meru over land, hotel

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and ex-Meru Senator Mithika Linturi during DCP campaigns in Meru County. [@rigathi, X]

The battle for political control of Mt Kenya intensified this weekend as President William Ruto and his impeached Deputy, Rigathi Gachagua, circled each other like wrestlers, each holding separate events in Meru.

The two political rivals took veiled jabs at each other during their respective functions, each declaring their affection for Meru and justifying their investments in the region.

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