According to Kuria, the decision to pick Rigathi Gachagua as Deputy President was not unanimously supported within their political circles.
Speaking during a recent engagement, Kuria claimed that he and like-minded leaders had expressed concerns long before the election.
He suggested that they had advised Ruto to reconsider the choice, warning that the decision could later bring political challenges. Kuria now argues that those fears may have been justified, pointing to the ongoing political friction that has since emerged.
His remarks come at a time when political realignments are already shaping conversations ahead of the 2027 elections.
The relationship between key figures in the Mount Kenya region has been under strain, with leaders openly clashing over influence, loyalty, and the future direction of the region.
Kuria’s comments also reflect a broader feeling among some leaders that internal disagreements within the ruling coalition were ignored in the rush to consolidate power.
While he did not go into full detail about the nature of the warning, his statement paints a picture of behind-the-scenes tensions that existed even before the government was formed.
At the same time, Kuria has previously acknowledged Gachagua’s role in government, even noting that he brought a level of firmness and regional representation during his tenure.
This makes his latest remarks appear less personal and more political, aimed at revisiting key decisions that continue to shape Kenya’s leadership landscape.
As the country edges closer to another election cycle, such revelations are likely to fuel further debate about past choices and their long-term consequences.
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