Tension as MPs Allied to Gachagua Receive Warning of Possible Punishment, Reason Revealed

Latest reports indicate that a section of Members of Parliament allied to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua may soon face disciplinary action following their continued loyalty to him despite growing friction between Gachagua and President William Ruto.

According to a report by People Daily on Thursday, there is mounting tension between State House and Gachagua’s political circle, with sources revealing that MPs who have openly supported the former Deputy President have been cautioned of potential punishment. 

The warnings reportedly stem from concerns that Gachagua’s remarks are undermining the unity of the ruling coalition ahead of the 2027 general election.

Gachagua recently caused a political storm after demanding that his faction be given half of the government in the next administration — remarks that have been widely interpreted as a sign of rebellion against President Ruto. 

His statement has reportedly angered many within the Kenya Kwanza Alliance, with insiders claiming it was seen as an attempt to arm-twist the President into sharing power.

Political observers note that Gachagua’s demand came shortly after he openly endorsed Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka for the presidency, a move that stunned many of his allies in the ruling party. 

The endorsement, coupled with his insistence on a power-sharing deal, has triggered outrage across the political divide and exposed widening cracks within the UDA-led administration.

Lawmakers close to Ruto now view Gachagua’s actions as a direct challenge to the President’s authority. 

“Anyone who chooses to side with him (Gachagua) should be ready to face the consequences,” said a senior UDA official who spoke to People Daily on condition of anonymity. “The government cannot entertain divided loyalty.”

Sources further reveal that the UDA leadership is considering disciplinary measures that may include removal of rebel MPs from key parliamentary committees and withdrawal of political support. 

The move is said to be part of a broader strategy to restore order within the party and deter future acts of defiance.

Despite the growing tension, Gachagua has maintained that his statements were not meant to divide the ruling coalition but to push for what he termed as “fair representation and recognition” of Mt. Kenya’s role in government. 

He insists that his supporters are being unfairly targeted for speaking the truth about regional inequality and succession politics.

The unfolding events mark yet another twist in Kenya’s increasingly volatile political landscape as the country edges closer to the 2027 general election. 

With alliances shifting and ambitions rising, the battle for political control within the ruling coalition appears far from over.

Whether the government will act on the threats against Gachagua’s loyal MPs remains to be seen, but one thing is clear — the rift between State House and Gachagua’s camp is deepening, and its outcome could significantly shape the future of Kenya Kwanza’s leadership structure.