Ruto’s and Gachagua's children are almost my age. If we start name-calling each other, what kind of example would that set? - Ndindi Nyoro

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has shed light on his recent interactions with President William Ruto and his stance on former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, emphasizing his commitment to political decorum and unity. 

Speaking in an interview aired on Friday, December 26, 2025, Nyoro revealed that his last conversation with President Ruto took place during the final days of his tenure as chair of the influential Budget and Appropriations Committee.

“The last time we spoke was during the last moments I served as chairman of the Budget and Appropriations Committee,” Nyoro stated.

Regarding his relationship with Gachagua, Nyoro stressed that he has chosen to avoid political enmity, describing the former deputy president as a friend. 

“In politics, I decided that I will not have any enemies. Rigathi Gachagua is my friend,” he added.

He further revealed that he opposed discussions surrounding Gachagua’s potential impeachment, informing those advocating for it that he would not participate in such efforts. 

“I did not agree with the debate to impeach Rigathi Gachagua. I told those propagating it that I would not be participating,” Nyoro explained.

Nyoro also expressed concerns over Kenya’s current political environment, warning that the absence of a functional opposition could lead to unchecked power if citizens remain uninformed. 

“In Kenya, now there is no opposition. When you have a government that can ride on the ignorance of the people not having information, they become a monster,” he stated.

Looking ahead to the 2027 General Election, the MP predicted that the current political parties and alliances are unlikely to survive in their present form. 

“The parties you know currently and the formations as they are now, none will be on the ballot in 2027,” Nyoro declared.

Ndindi Nyoro’s comments come months after he publicly criticized the government’s handling of the Saba Saba protests, holding authorities accountable for the resulting chaos and destruction. 

Speaking in July, Nyoro condemned the government for failing to protect citizens and businesses during the unrest, which saw over 50 Kenyans lose their lives. 

“I stand here to send my condolences to the family of over 50 Kenyans who have lost their lives in the hands of the government for the last one month alone,” he said. 

He further emphasized that the government must take responsibility for the damage caused to businesses and the loss of life.

The MP also questioned the effectiveness of the National Intelligence Service (NIS), raising concerns over whether the state had prior knowledge of the planned protests. 

“And I have some questions for the people and government; was there intelligence that there was mayhem to be vetted upon the people of Kenya? If there was no intelligence, I want to remind them, taxpayers in Kenya are giving the government Ksh50 billion for intelligence gathering alone. Therefore, if the government did not have information that such things would happen, then they have no business calling themselves government,” Nyoro said.

Reflecting on political discourse and public behavior, Nyoro emphasized the importance of respectful engagement, noting that leaders’ children, including those of Ruto and Gachagua, are almost his age. 

“If we start name-calling each other, what kind of example would that set?” he asked.