Speaking during a public address, Gachagua claimed that the Head of State has built a pattern of misinformation that is no longer confined to domestic politics.
According to the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader, recent engagements and statements made by President Ruto in Tanzania demonstrate what he described as a growing trend of exporting propaganda to the regional stage.
“William Ruto has lied to Kenyans for so long that now he has decided to take his lies across the borders to Tanzania,” Gachagua said, drawing sharp reactions from both supporters and critics.
The remarks come at a time when Kenya and Tanzania have been strengthening bilateral ties through trade agreements, infrastructure development, and diplomatic cooperation.
President Ruto has in recent months engaged Tanzanian leadership in efforts aimed at boosting regional integration within the East African Community (EAC).
However, Gachagua dismissed these engagements as insincere, alleging that the President is presenting a misleading picture of Kenya’s economic and political situation to foreign leaders.
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He argued that the realities on the ground ranging from the high cost of living to public dissatisfaction contradict the image being portrayed abroad.
Gachagua’s comments are the latest in a series of escalating criticisms directed at his former political ally.
Since their fallout, the DCP leader has increasingly positioned himself as a vocal critic of the Kenya Kwanza administration, frequently questioning its economic policies and governance record.
Political analysts say the remarks signal a deepening rift within the country’s political landscape, with Gachagua seeking to consolidate his support base ahead of future electoral contests.
His strategy appears to focus on framing the current administration as disconnected from the struggles of ordinary Kenyans.
On the other hand, allies of President Ruto have dismissed Gachagua’s claims as grandstanding, accusing him of attempting to remain politically relevant through constant attacks on the presidency.
They argue that Kenya’s foreign engagements, including those with Tanzania, are geared toward economic growth and regional stability.
The controversy is likely to fuel further debate about leadership, accountability, and the tone of political discourse in Kenya.
As tensions between the two leaders continue to rise, observers warn that such exchanges could have broader implications for national unity and regional diplomacy.
