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Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua says he could relocate to the United States if President William Ruto wins the 2027 General Election.
Gachagua made the remarks during an interview with Inooro TV on Sunday, November 1. He claimed that opposition leaders could face difficulties if Ruto secures another presidential term.
The former Deputy President said he would leave Kenya and settle in America. He also revealed that he owns a house in the United States.
“Ruto will try to use our people to split the region, and if I see that happening, I know that Ruto will be re-elected,” Gachagua said. He added that he would move to America if that happened.
Gachagua argued that opposition unity, particularly in the Mount Kenya region, was essential to defeating Ruto. He warned that divisions within the region could strengthen the President’s re-election campaign.
The remarks came days after Gachagua returned from a trip to the United States. He had spent several weeks engaging Kenyans living abroad and seeking support for the opposition.
During his stay, Gachagua shared photographs of a Dallas residence bearing the words “I Love Wamunyoro.” He later identified the property as his home away from home through a social media post.
His comments also came amid growing disagreements among opposition leaders. Jubilee Party leader Fred Matiang’i recently accused Gachagua of using arrogance and ethnic politics in coalition discussions.
Matiang’i warned that such an approach could undermine opposition unity. He insisted that Kenya’s leadership should be determined through ideas, competence, qualifications and track records.
Tensions have also emerged between Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna. Kalonzo was booed by some Sifuna supporters during the launch of Linda Mwananchi’s headquarters in Nairobi on Friday, October 30.
Meanwhile, government leaders have been urging Kalonzo to join Ruto’s administration. Opposition principals, however, maintain that they remain committed to working together against the President in 2027.
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