By S, KNA
A section of Embu residents has strongly condemned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for allegedly hurling insults at Governor Cecily Mbarire during his tour of Embu on Saturday.
Speaking to the press in Embu town on Monday, the residents demanded an immediate apology from Gachagua for demeaning the Governor alongside her Kirinyaga counterpart Ann Waiguru.
They accused him of disrespecting the two, saying his remarks were uncalled for and unbecoming of a leader of his stature.
Led by Milka Wawira, the residents said they were disappointed by Gachagua’s tone and language during his address, describing it as divisive.
Wawira said Embu people value respectful leadership, not one that thrives on insults and political animosity.
“Demeaning others doesn’t translate into support or votes. He needs to rethink his leadership style,” said Wawira.
Another resident, Teresia Muthoni urged leaders to exercise decorum when addressing colleagues.
She noted that elected officials represent the will of the people and should therefore be treated with dignity.
“We are tired of leaders who think the only way to rise politically is by insulting and demeaning others,” Muthoni remarked.
Justus Mugendi, another resident, said it was regrettable that the former DP failed to outline any tangible development plans for the people of Embu and instead spent much of his speech attacking fellow leaders in the region.
“When Gachagua came here, we expected him to tell us what he intends to do for Embu, but he said nothing about development,” Mugendi lamented.
Fatuma Njoki also weighed in, calling for mutual respect among leaders regardless of political affiliations.
She said constant political bickering was derailing development in the region and creating unnecessary divisions.
“Our leaders should focus on service delivery and economic growth, not personal wars,” she said.
Ends/Politics/Ngala/Ongaga
