Rigathi Gachagua finally has his party of absolute political clowns in Kenya ready and going. This is good for the country because if you look at the Gachagua team you know it is dead in the water. What does Kalonzo Musyoka do after this?
The entire so called opposition know one thing now. Gachagua and his party want to be in power. They are not going to sit by the side for anybody. And the Gachagua party party look like awful rejects from UDA. They ere going nowhere. Kenya is not going to go down the hole with them and that is what they will find out very soon.
Brown, white, and neon green. Those are the official colours of the newly unveiled political outfit by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
And he insists this isn’t just another party. It’s a listening party.
Dubbed the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), the outfit unveiled on Thursday, May 15, is the vehicle Gachagua hopes to ride straight into the 2027 General Election.
The party’s logo? An ear, with fingers cupped around it, because, apparently, nothing says democracy like really hearing what people have to say.
The Party’s slogan is ‘Skiza Wakenya,’ which loosely translates to “Listen to Kenyans.” But Gachagua, fondly known kwa ground as ‘Riggy G’, says Kenyans have the right to turn it into ‘Skiza Ground.
The symbolism is not by accident. The choice of logo and slogan comes at a time when many Kenyans feel ignored by the current administration, especially after the June 2024 anti-finance bill protests.
Gachagua is positioning himself as the antithesis of a government that, critics say, has selective hearing.
According to the former DP, his is a listening party which he says hates lies and fake promises.
Then, he got spicy. “I detest lies. That is why I disagreed with liar number one,” he said, in what appeared to be a jab at his former boss.
But if you’re a pal of Riggy G hoping to snag a direct nomination, think again.
‘’Let me clarify for the avoidance of doubt. This party has no favourite candidates. This party has no provision for direct nomination. If you are my friend, I want to confirm none of you has a direct nomination…be prepared to face each other in the party primaries,’’ he said.
Former Agriculture CS Mithika Linturi the National Organising Secretary,DCP.
DCP also announced its interim leadership, featuring a lineup of familiar political faces:
Former UDA Secretary-General Cleophas Malala has been named the Interim Deputy Party Leader
David Mingati – Chairperson, Peter Mwathi – Deputy Chair, Strategy, Hesbon Obanga – Secretary-General, Hannah Mutua – Treasurer, former Agriculture CS Mithika Linturi is the National Organising Secretary, Andrew Kiplimo Muge – Director of Elections, Cate Waruguru – National Women Leader, and former Starehe MP Maina Kamanda- Chairperson, Council of Eminent Persons.
Interim Deputy party leader,Cleophas Malala and Nyandarua Senator John Methu during the unveiling of DCP.
Also spotted at the unveiling were Nyandarua Senator John Methu, Kiambu Senator Karungo Wa Thangwa, and Pastor Dorcas Rigathi.
The party is expected to officially launch on June 4 at a location yet to be announced. One thing’s clear: Gachagua wants you to know he’s all ears…literally.
Wamuchomba holds consultative meeting with Matiang’i and Ngilu
Githunguri Member of Parliament (MP) Gathoni Wamuchomba on Thursday, May 15, 2025, paid a visit to former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred Matiang’i at his residence.
The lawmaker shared photos on her social media platforms showing her meeting with Matiang’i. Look at the places they live. How many Kenyans live like that.
Gathoni Wamuchomba with Fred Matiangi at his residence.
Also present was former Kitui County Governor Charity Ngilu, and the three leaders were seen sharing a light-hearted moment. Alongside the photos, Wamuchomba posted a short caption that is now on the lips of many Kenyans: “Wantam is inevitable.”
The phrase ‘Wantam’ has been increasingly used by opposition leaders and ordinary Kenyans in recent months, many of whom have grown disillusioned with the Kenya Kwanza administration.
It has become a rallying slogan against President William Ruto’s leadership.
It is widely understood as a declaration that Ruto is a one-term president and that the opposition is determined to ensure he does not secure a second term in office.
Wamuchomba’s use of the phrase is particularly significant given her close ties to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who recently went viral using the same phrase at Githurai.
She has been a vocal defender of Gachagua, especially during his fallout with President Ruto.
Her decision to echo a phrase that has become a symbol of opposition unity is seen by many as a bold political statement.
Opposition realignment
The post comes at a time when both Matiang’i and Gachagua have taken strong stances against the current regime.
They have emerged as prominent voices criticising the government’s economic decisions, governance failures, and what they describe as state-sponsored intimidation of dissenting voices.
Matiang’i has already declared his intention to run for president in 2027 under the Jubilee Party, which has since rebranded and pledged full support for his bid.
The timing of the meeting is also significant.
It comes just as Gachagua is officially launching his new political party in Lavington, Nairobi — a location now expected to serve as the party’s headquarters.
Gachagua, who unveiled his party lineup, declared himself the party leader, with Cleophas Malala named as his deputy.
Matiang’i’s entry into the presidential race adds to a growing list of opposition heavyweights, including Gachagua, Kalonzo Musyoka, Eugene Wamalwa, and Martha Karua.
The leaders have publicly agreed that one among them will challenge Ruto in 2027, while the rest will back the chosen flag bearer.
Meanwhile these other folks have to do something and get the country going somewhere positive for all Kenyans.
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