Laughter at Funeral as Uhuru Demands KSh1.5 Million From Rigathi Gachagua

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta left mourners laughing after making a humorous demand that former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua return KSh1.5 million he reportedly received during the 2017 presidential campaign.

Uhuru made the remarks on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, during a memorial service for his cousin, the late Beatrice Wambui Muturi, at PCEA Nairobi West Church in Nairobi.

The former Head of State was responding to a story shared by Gachagua, who had spoken about how the late Beatrice supported Uhuru’s re-election campaign financially.

While addressing mourners, Gachagua recalled that following the Supreme Court’s decision to nullify Uhuru’s initial 2017 presidential election victory, the campaign team needed additional resources to prepare for the repeat election.

According to Gachagua, Beatrice came forward and gave him KSh1.5 million to help support the campaign.

The former Mathira MP explained that the money was part of the contributions made towards ensuring Uhuru secured another term in office.

However, Uhuru appeared to find the story amusing and jokingly suggested that Gachagua should return the money.

The retired president said he had heard Gachagua claiming that he received the KSh1.5 million and announced that he would visit his Wamunyoro residence to collect it.

He further joked that he would be accompanied by Maina and Mwigai to ensure the money was recovered.

Uhuru’s remarks attracted laughter, turning what could have been an ordinary exchange into one of the memorable moments of the gathering.

The encounter also attracted political attention because of the history between the two leaders.

Gachagua previously served as Uhuru’s personal assistant before entering elective politics. However, their political paths separated during the 2022 General Election, when Uhuru supported Raila Odinga while Gachagua campaigned for William Ruto.

Their appearance together comes at a time when opposition leaders are facing growing calls to unite ahead of the 2027 General Election.

The memorial service was also attended by Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, DAP-K leader Eugene Wamalwa and other political figures.

Although Uhuru’s remarks were delivered humorously, the exchange provided a rare light moment between the two former political allies.

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