Gachagua Escalates Attacks on Ruto, Links President Ruto’s Allies to Minnesota Fraud and Seeks US Action

Former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua has intensified his criticism of President William Ruto. He now claims the president’s close allies are at the centre of the Minnesota fraud scandal. His remarks have raised political temperatures across the country.

Speaking at a church service in Kirinyaga, Gachagua alleged that money stolen from the United States was secretly sent to Kenya. He said the funds were invested in land, houses and shopping malls. “That money was stolen and brought to Kenya. It was used to buy land, build houses and construct shopping malls,” he said.

Gachagua accused the president of protecting powerful friends. He said Ruto speaks strongly against crime in public but acts differently in private. “The president talks tough, but when it comes to his allies, nothing happens,” he claimed. He argued that selective justice has weakened public trust.

The former deputy president then turned to the United States. He appealed directly to President Donald Trump to intervene. He urged him to ignore Kenya’s extradition process. He claimed the system could be compromised. “We are asking you, Trump, not to bother with extradition in Kenya. Just send a plane, pick the suspect, charge him and recover the money,” Gachagua said.

He referenced recent US actions abroad. He said similar steps should be taken in Kenya. “Kenyans will be grateful if you act quickly,” he added. He insisted justice should not wait.

Gachagua also linked the alleged fraud to politics. He claimed part of the money funded political campaigns. “Some of the money was allegedly used to finance elections,” he said.

He further accused the same individuals of benefiting from duty-free rice imports. He said cheap imports hurt local farmers. “Farmers in Mwea and Western Kenya are suffering because of these deals,” he stated.

Gachagua warned that attempts were being made to block suspects from leaving Kenya. He claimed court orders could be used to stop extradition. “There are plans to frustrate justice through the courts,” he alleged.

His comments have divided opinion. Supporters call it brave exposure. Critics call it political warfare. The government has not responded. However, pressure for answers continues to grow.