# Bad News For Gachagua As Key Ally Dumps Him After Interview, Joins Rival Party

- Link: https://steshanews.co.ke/bad-news-for-gachagua-as-key-ally-dumps-him-after-interview-joins-rival-party/
- Published: 2026-10-29T09:03:14+00:00
- Author: STESHA

# Bad News For Gachagua As Key Ally Dumps Him After TV Interview, Joins Rival Party

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has suffered a major political blow just
hours after his explosive television interview on a local station.

During the broadcast, the former second-in-command asserted that the united opposition
remains resolute in its quest to unseat President William Ruto in the 2027 general
election.

However, the momentum from his media appearance was quickly dampened following high-
profile realignments within his political camp.

In a sudden twist, Susan Simayo—a key politician and prominent Kajiado Woman Representative
aspirant who had recently aligned with Gachagua’s Democracy for the Citizens Party(
DCP)—has dumped the outfit.

Simayo officially defected to the rival People’s Party (PPK). She was formally received
by Kiharu MP and People’s Party Leader Ndindi Nyoro, signaling a fresh political
shift in the region.

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The departure of Simayo marks a significant setback for Gachagua as he seeks to 
consolidate a broad, nation-wide backing under his political banner.

Her exit highlights growing friction and competing ambitions among key regional 
figures navigating alliances ahead of the upcoming political contest.

Speaking during her reception, Simayo noted that her move was guided by the need
to align with a political structure that offers a clearer vision for her constituents.

The development hands Ndindi Nyoro a timely political boost as he continues to expand
the footprint of the People’s Party beyond its traditional strongholds.

For Gachagua, losing a key aspirant shortly after declaring a unified opposition
campaign underscores the fragile nature of political coalitions as the race toward
the 2027 polls gathers speed.

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