Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua now says that he has never had any personal disagreements Kenya’s AUC chairperson candidate Raila Odinga.
Speaking during the launch of Raila’s candidature, Gachagua said past conflicts were because he was pursuing the same position as his boss, President William Ruto.
“Somebody may ask, why is Rigathi Gachagua who has before had issues with the leadership of Raila. As a truthful man, I had nothing against him; it’s only that we were competing for the same position between him and my boss,” Gachagua said.
The DP emphasized the differences were based on political competition and not on a personal level.
Gachagua said he endorses Raila for the position and is sure he will deliver as he is qualified.
The DP assured Raila that he wished him well in the AUC bid.
“Honourable Raila, as a man who listens to the ground, let me confirm to you, that all Kenyans across the political divide, and communities are in support of your candidature and we wish you well.”
“Today we are going to unveil the transformation of Raila Odinga from a national leader to an African statesman. And for us in leadership, we have learnt great lessons of resilience, endurance, and perseverance
“Now that he is going for a bigger sit in Africa, all of us, from the president, and the rest of Kenya are behind him,” the DP said.