Ruto drops soft hammer for Gachagua, praises Mwengi Mutuse’s good work
President William Ruto has dropped a soft hammer on the Democracy for Citizens’ Party Leader, Rigathi Gachagua, during his tour of Ukambani.
Ruto, who spoke during a public rally at Emali town on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, praised Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse over what he called a good job done.
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Even though he did not come clear on why he praised Mutuse, a lawmaker who once tabled a motion to impeach former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Ruto told Makueni locals to always salute Mutuse.
Ruto praises Mutuse
The President noted that Mutuse has shown dedication to addressing local issues in Makueni.
“Kumbe nyinyi ndio mumemwambia akuje anikimbize na projects? Lakini kwa hayo yote amenisumbua, hakuna kitu amenisumbua na ya kwake, ni ya Makueni tu.
“Huyu muungwana, ni mungwana mwenye msimamo,” Ruto said, emphasising that Mutuse’s work is focused on the people rather than politics.
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Ruto highlighted the key challenges facing Ukambani, noting that water remains a major issue in the region.
“Na si mnamjua? Ukileta maneno, maneno, maneno anapita na wewe. Sia alipita na jamaa mwingine hapo?,” Ruto said, indirectly referencing Gachagua’s impeachment
The President reassured locals that his government is taking steps to address the region’s water problems.
Future plans
He also hinted at upcoming development projects, including dams, electricity expansion, and roads to ensure sustainable growth and improved living standards.
Pia, huyu muungwana wenu ameniambia mko na matatizo ya maji. Tumeelezewa ya kwamba, Ukambani matatizo yenu ni maji,” he added.
“Na ndio sababu, mimi nimesema ya kwamba, katika hawamu inayofuata, ni mambo ya dam, mambo ya sitima na mambo ya barabara. Tutamaliza Thwake Dam,” Ruto said, promising that infrastructure projects like Thwake Dam will be completed to improve water supply and support local development.
Ruto’s message combined subtle criticism of political rivals with praise for local lawmakers who are seen to deliver on the ground.
His remarks were met with cheers from the crowd, who welcomed the promise of tangible improvements in water and infrastructure across Makueni.
