Gachagua forced to intervene after Gov Wamatangi and Ichung’wah clash at his event
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Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua calls for a cricis meeting following clash between Kiambu Gov Wamatangi and National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua calls for a cricis meeting following clash between Kiambu Gov Wamatangi and National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah.
This came after National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah pointed an accusatory finger at Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi arguing that the county ranked top in corruption issues, rivalling only Nairobi.
“On matters touching on accountability, Let me say as members of Parliament we have no apologies to demand accountability but at the National Government and county government levels,” stated Ichung’wah.
“Some of the issues we are talking about have already been pointed out by the Auditor General that the counties of Kiambu and Nairobi are leading in matters misuse of public resources and that must come to an end.
“We don’t point those things because we had our governor or we do not want to work with him but because it is what we are elected to do,” the MP added.
Gov Wamatangi, however, countered the assertions by indicating that the reports addressed mismanagement by previous regimes.
“Let me ask you, as you’ve been an MP and now serve as our deputy President, and you’re familiar with matters of law: should we be questioning you about issues of the Jubilee Government?” clarified Wamatangi.
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“When the Auditor General publishes something, should we direct our questions to you? Your Excellency, let’s be truthful because the reports released by the Auditor General pertain to issues of past regimes. I am responding to matters concerning the governments of Nyoro (James), Waititu (Ferdinand), and Kabogo (William).”
Speaking after the between the two leaders, DP Gachagua revealed that he was appalled when leaders exchanged words at the same service he attended.
Rigathi, as a result, asked leaders to unite and work together adding that he will soon convene a meeting to address their differences.
“It pains me alot to see leaders tearing each other apart. I appeal to the leaders to work together for the development of the county. Kiambu is important to President Ruto and I, it gave us a lot of votes in 2022. I will convene a meeting to find a lasting solution to any squabbles. Please tone down on the high-octane politics,” he stated.
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