Why Rigathi Gachagua's Wamunyororo Home is Outshining State House in 2027's Political Game!

Nairobi, January 20, 2017: Over the past two months, political activities around Rigathi Gachagua’s homestead in Wamunyoro have seen a remarkable surge. Just yesterday, a throne of leaders from Kajiado, Narok, Nyeri, Kambu, Nyandura, and Nakuru visited Gachagua. In this blog, let’s delve into why Gachagua’s rural home has become more politically active than Kindiki’s official residence in Karen. 

1. Critical Endorsements Ahead of 2027 Elections

An endorsement by Rigathi Gachagua now replaces the key or missing link before 2027 elections. From Kajiado and Narok through Nyeri, Kiambu, Nyandarua, up to Nakuru, leaders know the implications of facing election without Gachagua on their side. Because of this fact, they have made his compound an attractive visiting destination with an in-baskets carrying a gift of goat and cows down to money to thank him for his time and influence.

Interestingly, nearly 90% of the visitors are aspirants, not elected leaders. While elected leaders would want to prioritize engagements at State House as the sure way to retain their seats, these first-time contenders are gambling on Gachagua's influence for a political breakthrough. Many of these aspirants are positioning themselves as potential frontrunners, believing the tide of political alignment is shifting in Gachagua's favor.

2. Speculations About a New Political Party

It is further rumored that Rigathi Gachagua may declare his party in January or February. There are those reported consultations on the party leadership to have a national political vehicle and not a regional one, and such a team may also be joined by leaders such as Cleo Malala and Babu Owino since it has wider perspectives than Mt. Kenya.

Babu’s political foresight is worth noting—he avoided supporting Gachagua’s impeachment, recognizing that alliances in politics are fluid and strategic.

3. Potential Overturn of Gachagua’s Impeachment

Speculation that Gachagua's impeachment may be overturned is rife. The efforts to force Chief Justice Martha K. Koome to resign have cast the spotlight on political machinations to install a puppet leadership. Gachagua's supporters, meanwhile, still remain hopeful that a reconstituted judicial panel may give a fair solution, considering misgivings over due process in impeachment.

The role of the Judiciary in upholding the rule of law now comes into sharper focus. These are issues over which bold judicial interpretation is needed if people's confidence is to be regained: the housing levy, publication of live results, and independence of key institutions.

Activities at Rigathi Gachagua's homestead have thrown him into the vortex of a defining moment in Kenyan politics. Would-be leaders scramble to declare their support, believing it is his endorsement that will change their fortunes in 2027. And now, with the impeachment issue reversed, there are even rumors of a new party. The obvious meaning of this tide shift in political posture is that many are hedging their bets on their association with Gachagua. What are your thoughts on these moves? Are they strategic or desperate? Share your thoughts in the comments, and let's keep the conversation alive!