Ndindi Nyoro Explains Why He Rejected Claims of Deputy President Deal Amid Gachagua Tensions

Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has addressed circulating claims suggesting he was part of a political scheme aimed at unseating Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, firmly stating that he declined any offer linked to such a move.

During a recent interview with a local media outlet, the youthful lawmaker revealed that he was allegedly approached by political operatives who proposed that he could take over the Deputy President’s position if he persuaded Murang’a MPs to support Gachagua’s impeachment. Nyoro said the proposal was unacceptable to him, describing it as unethical and divisive.

According to Nyoro, the offer directly conflicted with his personal values and leadership principles. He emphasized that power gained through betrayal or manipulation is not worth pursuing.

“I was informed that if I could rally Murang’a MPs to back the impeachment of Rigathi Gachagua, the position of Deputy President would be guaranteed,” Nyoro explained. “I turned it down because I cannot betray leaders or voters who placed their trust in me for personal advancement.”

His statement has sparked intense discussion within political circles, particularly in the Mount Kenya region, where Nyoro is widely viewed as a rising and principled political figure.

The MP underscored that his political mission is anchored in public service rather than ambition driven by secret deals. 

He stressed that regional unity, honesty, and accountability to voters should always take precedence over personal gain.

“My duty is to serve the people of Murang’a and the country as a whole. Leadership must be guided by integrity and responsibility, not opportunistic power plays,” he said.

Neither State House nor Deputy President Gachagua has officially responded to Nyoro’s remarks. 

However, sources within the ruling coalition have attempted to dismiss the claims, describing them as informal political talk that has been overstated.

Political commentators believe Nyoro’s revelations point to underlying tensions within the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the broader Kenya Kwanza alliance. 

While Nyoro is known as a close ally of President William Ruto, his comments suggest that some Mount Kenya leaders are beginning to chart more independent political paths.

With the 2027 General Election gradually coming into focus, analysts say such disclosures could influence future alliances and expose internal divisions that may shape Kenya’s political landscape in the coming years.