Githunguri Member of Parliament (MP) Gathoni Wamuchomba has castigated former President Uhuru Kenyatta for deserting them in their time of need.
Wamuchomba, who was once a close ally of the former President and defended him openly, surprised many on Monday when she told Uhuru, “You blocked us, you left us in the cold,” and reportedly left them without political direction.
The MP was referring to the 2022 elections when the Jubilee Party leader decided to support the late Raila Odinga, leaving the Mount Kenya region without an apparent political leader.
The first-term legislator now claims that they eventually found a friend in President William Ruto who, “has truly embraced us to date.”
This comes amid renewed attacks on Uhuru Kenyatta following comments he made during the burial of former Kirinyaga Senator Daniel Karaba on Wednesday, April 1.
In his address, Uhuru appeared reluctant to engage in direct political attacks and instead spoke in Kikuyu.
The former President reminded mourners of his advice ahead of the 2022 General Election, when he opposed Ruto’s presidential bid.
He urged Kenyans to choose leaders, not politicians, warning against what he described as deceptive political rhetoric.
He further noted that he has been listening to citizens during his retirement at his Ichaweri home, adding that leaders should pay attention to public concerns and develop a clear plan ahead of the 2027 elections amid growing opposition to Ruto’s administration.
The remarks were widely interpreted as a political jab at President Ruto, though he did not directly mention him.
President William Ruto responded to the political remarks made by his predecessor and former boss, Uhuru Kenyatta, on Sunday.
Speaking during a church service, Ruto appeared to downplay political exchanges, instead urging Kenyans to focus on their relationship with God.
He acknowledged that some leaders may come into office under difficult or controversial circumstances, referring to them as “viongozi waliochaguliwa kwa makosa” (leaders chosen by mistake) or “kwa bahati mbaya” (by misfortune).
However, he stressed that according to biblical teaching, all authority is permitted by God.
“Every leader, or leadership that exists, is allowed by God. That is the truth as it is,” Ruto said, reinforcing a message of acceptance rooted in scripture.
Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga also weighed in, questioning the former President’s stance.
“Honourable Uhuru, how did Ruto wrong you? Just tell us so we can understand. What is it that he did wrong that you can never forgive him for?” she posed.