Kikuyu Singer Ngaruiya Junior Ditches Rigathi Gachagua's Camp, Explains Reason for Exit
- Kikuyu gospel singer Ngaruiya Junior officially parted ways with Rigathi Gachagua's camp and pledged his allegiance to the Kenya Kwanza government
- Speaking after being hosted by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, he said one of the reasons for his exit was that Gachagua did not value musicians
- He also revealed that he made the last-minute move because he was determined to secure a win in his Subukia Constituency race in 2027
Kikuyu gospel artiste Ngaruiya Junior, fondly known by his stage persona as the King of Kigooco, has announced that he has officially withdrawn his support for Rigathi Gachagua.
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Why Ngaruiya Junior ditched Gachagua
While speaking shortly after a gathering hosted by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki on May 23, 2025, Ngaruiya explained the frustrations that made him ditch Riggy G's camp.
The most significant, he said, was a deep sense that Gachagua did not appreciate or value musicians.
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"I left that man because he does not like musicians. I did not know that at Moses Kuria's sister's burial, he blasted the singers who were there. He endorsed me as if I had an office. But the endorsement was him just playing games with me politically because he said I have two offices, here and at the State House. It was a lie," he said.
He added that the former DP had, in another instance, fabricated a misleading narrative where he falsely claimed Ngaruiya had been offered senior roles.
According to him, this was a hollow political gesture meant to stir excitement among his supporters.
The musician also added that he switched camps because he intends to run for a position and revealed other artistes who seek to run for seats.
"Lastly, that man said he will not be giving artistes running singing certificates to artistes like Samidoh and me and other artistes here. I will be running in Subukia, and Samidoh will be running in his hometown. Karangu may also run. What is the need of staying with someone who will not give us certificates to run? Kindiki is fine, we have seen you love us and we love you too, we are with you," he added.
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Samidoh shows Kindiki support
Elsewhere, a day ago, TUKO.coke featured mugithi singer Samidoh Muchoki was spotted drumming support for Deputy President Kithure Kindiki.
This was after he worried fans with a post insinuating that he was in danger, which could lead to death.
While joining Kithure at his home, Samidoh also reaffirmed his support for the Kenya Kwanza government.
His presence sparked mixed reactions, with many from the central region now referring to him as a sellout.
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Kenyans urge Edday to check on hubby
Samidoh's wife, Edday Nderitu, received so many messages from fans who asked her to check on her husband, who had left many worried.
His wife, who lives in America, turned a new year, and the mugithi singer even pampered her with sweet words while celebrating him.
However, she did not address any of the concerns raised by fans, as she continued to enjoy her celebrations with friends.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
