We Flushed Them Out! Gachagua Claims Ruto Allies Planted Spies in Opposition

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has reignited political tensions after alleging that allies of President William Ruto had infiltrated opposition formations with the intention of destabilising them from within.

Speaking during a charged political address, Gachagua claimed that covert operatives had been planted inside the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) and the broader United Opposition coalition, but maintained that the alleged moles had since been uncovered and expelled.

Without immediately naming those involved, Gachagua painted a picture of an intense behind the scenes political contest marked by espionage, mistrust and internal sabotage.

He told supporters that the opposition had been forced to tighten its internal structures after detecting unusual behaviour among some members, which he said raised suspicions of external influence.

According to Gachagua, internal reviews and consultations revealed that certain individuals were relaying sensitive information to political rivals aligned to the presidency.

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The outspoken former deputy president framed the alleged infiltration as part of a wider scheme to weaken emerging opposition movements before they gain national traction.

He argued that the DCP and the United Opposition had become targets because of their growing popularity and ability to mobilise disenchanted voters across different regions.

Gachagua insisted that attempts to divide or derail the opposition would not succeed, saying the groups had emerged stronger and more united after the purge.

Gachagua further claimed that the exposure of the alleged spies had restored trust among opposition leaders, allowing them to refocus on their political agenda.

He said the coalition was now prioritising grassroots mobilisation, policy articulation and internal discipline as it positions itself as a viable alternative ahead of future political contests.

The former deputy president also warned that any further attempts at infiltration would be met with swift action.

While Gachagua did not present concrete evidence to back his claims, his accusations are expected to fuel debate about political intolerance, surveillance and the lengths to which rival camps may go to outmanoeuvre each other.

Allies of the president have previously dismissed similar allegations as political theatrics, accusing Gachagua of manufacturing controversy to remain politically relevant.

However, the claims are resonating among his supporters, who view them as confirmation of a hostile political environment.