Speculations over DP position as Governor Kang’ata meets Raila Odinga
Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata has sent social media into a frenzy with speculation after meeting former Prime Minister Raila Odinga
Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata has sent social media into a frenzy with speculation after meeting former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
In a statement on Wednesday, October 16, Kang’ata disclosed that Raila invited him to his office for consultations.
The county boss stated that their discussions revolved around national cohesion and the progress of the country under devolution.
“Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga invited me this morning for consultations. We had a good discussion on national cohesion and the progress we have made as a country under devolution,” Kang’ata remarked.
However, the governor’s meeting with the former prime minister has led to speculation about the next deputy president if Rigathi Gachagua is impeached.
The former Prime Minister, who recently secured Cabinet appointments for four of his top allies, is said to have President William Ruto’s ear, fueling speculation that his meeting with Kang’ata was no coincidence.
A section of Kenyans online suggested that Kang’ata may be next in line to take up the post should the Senate oust Gachagua.
However, a section of netizens warned the governor against the post and asked him to stick with the people of Murang’a County.
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With President Ruto remaining silent on his deputy’s impeachment, intense lobbying is underway, with Interior CS Kithure Kindiki and Kirinyaga Governor Ann Waiguru emerging as top contenders to succeed Gachagua.
However, Kang’ata, who prides himself on transforming his county, is quietly being backed by a faction of leaders as a potential candidate, signaling a brewing succession battle in Mt. Kenya politics.
Leaders from the larger Mt. Kenya region are scrambling to ensure the seat remains in the region, fueling tension and divisions among them.
The Raila-Kang’ata meeting took place as Gachagua’s impeachment trial began in the Senate, where he denied all charges.
Until Gachagua is officially impeached, the race to succeed him remains speculative, with potential candidates emerging but no clear front-runner.
President Ruto will ultimately have the final say on the next pick, leaving the Mt. Kenya region in suspense and on edge.
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