During an interview on Citizen TV’s JKL Live yesterday, former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria claimed that a majority of individuals he interacts with within the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) do not support President William Ruto.

He stated that approximately 70% of them are politically opposed to the President, despite the party being positioned within the opposition political space.
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Says Internal Sentiment Against Rigathi Gachagua is Even Stronger

Kuria further alleged that within the same group, there is even stronger resentment directed at the party’s leader, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

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He claimed that some members reportedly express greater dissatisfaction with Gachagua than with President Ruto, suggesting internal disagreements and leadership tensions within the formation.
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Claims Division and Political Realignment Within DCP

According to Kuria, these alleged views reflect divisions within the DCP regarding both leadership loyalty and political direction.
He suggested that the party is not fully unified, and that internal differences are shaping how members relate to both national leadership and their own party structure.
The remarks were made during a broader discussion on Kenya’s political realignments ahead of the 2027 general election.

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Remarks Spark Reactions Online and Political Debate

Following the interview, the statements triggered reactions online, with viewers and social media users expressing mixed opinions on Kuria’s claims and his recent media appearances.
Some of the reactions included:
  • “ngati…toka hapa” — Kahihu John Karanja
  • “Can I remind you, Moses Kuria has been on Radio interviews since Sunday. Riggy is the biggest reason GK is spending so much money in politics and PR,” — Kevin Muriuki Ngatia.
  • “Instead of trusting Ruto, I'd better trust Gachagua. Actually, why is Moses Kuria all over all stations for the last two weeks? meaning they are trying to counter the popularity Riggy G has gained” — Gabby
  • “tutam 🙏🙏🙏” — TXL DK
  • “ngojea comeback ya riggy G” — Dr-Vinlan
The Democracy for Citizens Party, linked to Rigathi Gachagua after his exit from government, continues to position itself within opposition politics while attracting attention in the Mt Kenya political landscape.