Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has allayed fears over the possibility of the 2027 election process being rigged.
Speaking during an interview with Kamba radio staions on Wednesday, February, 26,2025, Gachagua argued that the existence of ample legislation to the elections rules has foiled any attempts to interfere with the outcome of the polls.
In his assertion, Gachagua contended that with voting done and counting at the polling station makes it difficult to tamper with the results.
“No elections will be stolen. We changed the rules. The votes are being cast and then counted at the polling stations. We can beat him (Ruto). We will intend to beat him with a big margin like the margin that was witnessed in 2002,” he said.
Gachagua outlined that the stringent rules need only to be backed up with a proper presence of scrupulous party agents.
“As long as votes are counted at the polling station and you put quality agents there, it’s difficult to steal the election. What is needed is to be alert and ensure we have quality agents on the ground. The agents determine the quality of an election,” he posited.
One-term presidency
He also waded into the debate that no sitting Kenyan president has failed to get re-elected after serving his first five-year term, the subject coming after he vowed to make Ruto a one-term president.
In his response, Gachagua dismissed assertions, emphasizing that the matter would be Kenyans’ decision to make.
Gachagua further expressed convictions that Kenyans have made their minds over regarding Ruto’s presidency.
“Those are mere views from people and especially politicians. Everyone is entitled to his views. I’m listening to Kenyans and from where I sit and from my consultations, they are decided on Ruto’s fate and that of his administration. Kenyans are the ones to decide on that and not anyone else,” he added.
In the interview, Gachagua spoke on a myriads of issues including allegations that he is desperate for the presidency.
He emphasized that he is currently fully immersed in strategizing for Kenya’s future, engaging in political discussions, and seeking alliances with like-minded leaders who are committed to the country’s progress.
“At the moment, I have no other work except thinking about the politics of Kenya—how we will liberate this country. Right now, my job is to travel and look for friends who will support us. And it is not a must that I become Kenya’s president. What we want is victory. With a good team of patriots—people who love this country, who are willing to sacrifice, and who won’t put business interests first—we can achieve that,” he stated.
