Arati Sends Strong Message to Kikuyus in Narok, Tells Them to Abandon Gachagua and Join Ruto’s TUTAM

Kisii Governor Simba Arati has sent a direct political message to members of the Kikuyu community living in Narok County, urging them to reconsider their support for former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and instead join President William Ruto’s political camp.

Speaking during a public gathering, Arati appeared to challenge the community’s continued association with Gachagua, making remarks that touched on the political influence of the former Deputy President in the Mount Kenya region.

In his address, the governor used pointed language to urge Kikuyus living in Narok to stop looking towards Gachagua’s Wamunyoro political base and consider aligning themselves with Ruto’s TUTAM movement.

“Wakikuyu, hakuna shamba Nyeri, wacheni Gachagua huko Wamunyoro muingie TUTAM ya Ruto,” Arati said.

His remarks appeared to suggest that political support should not be tied to geographical or community connections, but rather to the political direction residents choose to follow.

The statement is likely to attract reactions from supporters of both Ruto and Gachagua, particularly at a time when political alignments ahead of the 2027 General Election continue to attract attention.

Gachagua has maintained a strong political presence in the Mount Kenya region, while leaders allied to Ruto have continued to make efforts to consolidate support across different communities.

Arati’s comments add another dimension to the ongoing political debate surrounding the two leaders and their competing political interests.

However, it remains to be seen how members of the Kikuyu community in Narok will respond to the governor’s appeal.

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