A president just told a former deputy to stop treating young people like personal bodyguards. William Ruto slammed Rigathi Gachagua for asking the youth to bring clubs and pangas for his protection at events. Ruto questioned why a former official would want Kenyans acting as his watchmen, calling the remarks reckless. He argued leaders should create jobs for youth instead of making them political foot soldiers.
Gachagua had claimed his life was in danger following a government decision to withdraw his security detail. He framed the move as unjustified, given his continued high profile and public influence. The former deputy president insisted his political standing still warrants state protection despite no longer holding office. His call for supporters to provide security drew sharp criticism from civil society groups, warning of escalated tensions.
Gachagua had claimed his life was in danger following a government decision to withdraw his security detail. He framed the move as unjustified, given his continued high profile and public influence. The former deputy president insisted his political standing still warrants state protection despite no longer holding office. His call for supporters to provide security drew sharp criticism from civil society groups, warning of escalated tensions.
