Maragua MP Mary Wamaua Breaks Ties with Gachagua, Pledges Loyalty to Ruto

Maragua Member of Parliament Mary Wamaua has publicly distanced herself from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and declared her unwavering support for President William Ruto.

Speaking during President Ruto’s development tour in Murang’a County on Thursday, Wamaua made a dramatic political about-turn, acknowledging she had made a “momentary misstep” in her previous political alliances.

From Gachagua Ally to Ruto Supporter

Previously a close ally of Gachagua, Wamaua was among the MPs who opposed his impeachment process. She had expressed regret over Gachagua’s removal from office, particularly criticizing how the motion was handled.

However, during Ruto’s tour, Wamaua made her new allegiance clear: “Your Excellency, since December, we had started talking, and I told you that you are my friend, even though I slipped a little.”

Biblical Declaration of Loyalty

In a powerful statement, Wamaua likened her political shift to the biblical relationship between Ruth and Naomi:

“The people who elected me have spoken. It’s like Ruth and Naomi – ‘Where you go, I go; whoever you call your God, I call him God; and whoever you call your president, I also call my president.'”

The legislator emphasized her commitment to unity in Murang’a County and her readiness to support Ruto’s development agenda:

“My job is to ensure that, as Murang’a County, we unite… Your Excellency, I am here; use me as your right-hand person as we push forward the development of Maragua and Murang’a County.”

Defending Ruto’s Leadership

Wamaua urged Kenyans to give Ruto time to deliver on his promises, using a colorful agricultural metaphor:

“After five years, let’s stop saying this chicken doesn’t lay eggs when its time hasn’t come. Like a chicken, you know how many days it takes… Ruto is in his last lap; let’s give him a chance to work.”

Ruto’s Response

President Ruto welcomed Wamaua’s declaration with open arms, praising her work ethic while taking a subtle jab at his former deputy:

“Wamaua, truly this woman is hardworking. I was wondering what she was doing with people who cause division and don’t know how to work. Shouldn’t she walk with us so we can work together?”