Speaking during an interview with Taifa Leo at State House in Nairobi, Ruto said he was ready to engage with leaders drawn from across the political divide, but drew a firm line when it came to his former deputy.
He accused Gachagua of being a leader who incites ethnic division, spreads divisive rhetoric, and works to separate Kenyans or turn communities against one another.
The President's remarks mark one of his most direct public statements yet on the state of his relationship with Gachagua since the latter's removal from office through impeachment.
Ruto emphasised his willingness to work with the broader opposition, signalling openness to political engagement across different camps, but singled out Gachagua as the one leader he was not prepared to reconcile with.
The comments come against the backdrop of Gachagua's continued political mobilisation, including his recent weeks-long consultative meetings at Wamunyoro, where he has positioned himself as a key opposition voice ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Ruto's remarks suggest that despite his broader outreach to opposition figures, the rift between him and his former running mate remains unresolved and, by his own admission, final.
The President's declaration is likely to fuel further debate over the political direction of Mt Kenya region, where Gachagua has sought to build his base, and adds another layer to the already tense dynamics shaping the country's political landscape ahead of the next election cycle.
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