Opposition Unity Cracks as Gachagua Targets “Boardroom Presidents”

The opposition camp is showing fresh signs of division after former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua tore into unnamed presidential hopefuls, accusing them of trying to topple President William Ruto through “hotel and boardroom meetings” while doing little on the ground.

Speaking at a rally in Kajiado County, Gachagua dismissed what he called “social media politics,” warning aspirants that no president can be made in a boardroom.

“Ati unaweka picha ooh ‘the sixth’ on social media, and you think that makes you president? That cannot work. You must mobilize numbers on the ground,” Gachagua charged.

Leaders Vow to Block Privatisation

The rally, attended by top opposition figures, also strongly opposed the planned privatisation of the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC).

Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka warned investors that any deals with the government will be revoked if the opposition takes power.
“Once we take over, tutafutilia hiyo kandarasi. We are ready to send Ruto home in 2027,” he declared.

DAP-K leader Eugene Wamalwa accused the government of attempting to auction public assets, citing failed attempts to privatise KICC and KETRACO.
“Tumekuwa na wantam ya wizi… sasa wanataka kuiba mashamba ya Wamaasai,” Wamalwa said.

Former Speaker Justin Muturi went further, vowing that President Ruto would face court once he leaves office.
“Akiondoka tarehe 27, straight to Kamiti!” Muturi said, drawing cheers from the crowd.

Opposition Rift Grows

But even as the leaders presented a united front against privatisation, internal cracks were visible. Former Interior CS Fred Matiang’i admitted to differences within the opposition but downplayed the fallout.

“From time to time, we will have differences of opinion… then we will sit around the table and resolve. I am optimistic we will be fine,” Matiang’i told supporters in Nakuru.

What Next for the Opposition?

With the 2027 election campaigns already heating up, the opposition’s challenge will be balancing unity with individual ambitions. Gachagua’s blunt attack on fellow aspirants is the clearest sign yet that the battle for the opposition flagbearer could turn messy—leaving the coalition vulnerable to President Ruto’s political machinery.