Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has accused the government of neglecting the welfare of officers assigned to protect President William Ruto, alleging they have gone unpaid for four consecutive months.
During an online interview on July 31, Gachagua said he received this information from sources inside State House, including security personnel who expressed dissatisfaction over unpaid allowances. He warned that such neglect could undermine the security of the president and the nation.
Claims on Presidential Security
"Officers in the presidential escort unit have not received their allowances for the last four months," Gachagua stated. He stressed that deploying disgruntled security officers around the head of state is a dangerous practice.
"You cannot have people guarding the president while they are lamenting like other citizens," he added, highlighting the risk posed by low morale among presidential guards.
Additional Complaints Within State House
Gachagua also revealed that staff in the Presidential Delivery Service are facing similar challenges, including a shortage of operational vehicles and unpaid allowances, which have contributed to widespread frustration.
Network of Informants and Criticism of Ruto
The DCP leader claimed to maintain a network of contacts within critical security and intelligence agencies, including individuals close to the presidency who feed him sensitive information. He noted that some officers had approached him directly with their grievances.
Criticizing President Ruto, Gachagua accused him of being disengaged from the daily operations of his administration, suggesting the president prioritizes personal interests over national duties.
"The president is too busy to know what goes on. He's not busy working for the country; he's busy working for himself," Gachagua said.
Background
Rigathi Gachagua, who was impeached from office in October 2024, has repeatedly claimed to have strong ties within Kenya's security establishment, including the National Intelligence Service (NIS), allowing him access to privileged information.
