Gachagua Says He Will Back Opposition Candidate Even If He Is Not Picked
Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has said he is willing to support another opposition candidate in the 2027 presidential election if his political allies decide to settle on someone else to challenge President William Ruto.
Gachagua made the remarks on Monday, August 24, during the conclusion of his 55-day Wamunyoro consultations in Nyeri County, where he presented the findings of discussions on Kenya's political future.
The former Deputy President said the consultations had generated strong support for his own presidential ambitions and maintained that he was well positioned to challenge Ruto in the 2027 election.
However, Gachagua also signalled a willingness to put broader opposition interests ahead of his personal ambitions. He said participants in the consultations had cautioned against allowing individual political interests to undermine efforts to unite behind a candidate capable of defeating the incumbent.
His remarks could ease concerns over possible divisions within the opposition as parties and political leaders continue negotiations ahead of the 2027 polls. #Gachagua #Elections2027
