Gachagua to President Ruto: My Family and I Will Never Betray You

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has pledged to remain loyal and submissive to President Ruto during their reign at the helm of the country’s leadership.

Speaking at the burial ceremony of his eldest brother Jack Reriani in Nyeri on Tuesday, Gachagua said he would never betray Ruto, whom he described as a true friend of his family.

"I really want to thank you, you have been there for us. Anytime we have been in tears in this family you always turn up with a handkerchief to wipe our tears. We have no words to say thank you. From our relationship, you have become our family and we do not take that for granted," Gachagua said.

He added: "This family of Gachagua, we are honest people, we are people of integrity, and we value friendship. And I told you, if other Kenyans will betray you that betrayal will not come from this family we don't know betrayal we are people who are true to friends."

He similarly promised to serve President Ruto with utmost dedication and diligently execute all duties assigned to him.

"In a family meeting last night where we were discussing you and the role you have played in this family of holding us, I was given very clear instructions that I must serve you with loyalty and dedication. I was told by my family to give back to your support for this family, in the duties you have given me to assist you in the management of running the affairs of this nation, they told me to work very hard and assist you to succeed," he said.

"Whatever duties you give me, I will implement them with military precision. I'll be there and I'll do whatever you tell me to do so that this country that is pregnant with expectations will be restored and the dignity of our people will be restored."