Mithika Linturi Speaks after Leading Meru Leaders to Gachagua's Doorstep, Announces Next Move
- Former Agriculture CS Mithika Linturi apologised to the people of Mt. Kenya for his past support of the Kenya Kwanza administration
- Linturi further criticised President William Ruto for collaborating with Raila Odinga, claiming that he didn't do proper consultations
- He also announced his move to the opposition, calling for change amid ongoing criticisms of Ruto's leadership
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Faith Chandianya, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over three years of experience covering politics and Current Affairs in Kenya
Days after leading Meru leaders to Rigathi Gachagua’s Wamunyoro home, former Agriculture CS Mithika Linturi has finally broken his silence.
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Did Mithika Linturi attack William Ruto?
Speaking on Saturday, April 26, Linturi apologised to the people of Mt. Kenya for previously urging them to back the Kenya Kwanza administration.
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He also accused President William Ruto of being dictatorial and unwilling to accept advice or guidance.
"He has now become a dictator, he cannot be told, he cannot consult, and now he has just taken that position to sit on everyone," Linturi said
The former Cabinet secretary further criticised the president for forming a broad-based government with ODM leader Raila Odinga, claiming the decision was made without proper consultations.
"Without consultations, he decided that he could join hands with Tinga. The same Tinga that he vilified," he added.
When asked about his political position, he said he could not remain idle while people looked to him for leadership, prompting his decision to join the opposition.
"So I said the time has come for me to join the other willing Kenyans who are willing to liberate this country from this administration because nothing appears to really working as much," Linturi said.
What did Linturi and Gachagua discuss during meeting?
The former CS's remarks came after he and other Meru leaders held a meeting with Gachagua.
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On April 24, Gachagua shared on social media that he had met with delegations from Tharaka Nithi and Meru counties, including Linturi and former MPs Maoka Maore (Igembe North) and David Kariithi (Tigania West).
He described the discussions as productive and positive, focusing on plans to establish a new political party.
Gachagua noted that the delegation raised concerns about issues such as poor governance, disregard for the rule of law, a struggling health and education system, insecurity, brutality, and economic challenges, including cattle rustling.
The former Mathira MP added that the group was firmly committed to guiding the country towards a new path.
Linturi’s actions came even after Ruto indicated he would consider him and former Agriculture CS Peter Munya for government positions. This gesture was interpreted as a strong message to the president.
Munya also dismissed the head of state's job offer, making it clear he was uninterested. The former Cabinet secretary said he is instead focused on contesting for the Meru governorship in the 2027 General Election.
He also noted that the PNU party, which he leads, has not yet endorsed a presidential candidate and has invited individuals to express their interest.
Proofreading by Jackson Otukho, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
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