NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 17 \u2013 The political rivalry between President William Ruto and his former deputy Rigathi Gachagua has taken a personal turn, with the two leaders now trading remarks that observers say amount to body shaming.<\/p>\n
What began as a political fallout is quickly escalating into a nasty war of words, as both sides intensify their campaigns ahead of the 2027 presidential race.<\/p>\n
On Sunday, Gachagua who has declared his mission to block President Ruto from securing a second term mocked the President\u2019s appearance during a public address.<\/p>\n
\u201cNa uzuri atakiwa na hiyo pesa yote halali. Si umeona amekonda mpaka masikio imekuja juu? Heh? Mmeona?\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Gachagua\u2019s remarks appeared to suggest that President Ruto is allegedly amassing wealth improperly, while also taking a swipe at his physical features.<\/p>\n
But President Ruto did not stay silent.<\/p>\n
On Tuesday, while responding to critics, the Head of State fired back, this time dragging in one of his rivals, Fred Matiang\u2019i, in a blunt and equally personal attack.<\/p>\n
\u201cKwanza mimi nauliza wengine waende gym. Kwanza. Wacheni kula chakula mingi. Tumbo karibu inaparsuka. Kichwa karibu inaparsuka. Mnalala kwa mkutano mchana. Ata hewa mnaharibu. Kwendeni kabisa. Bure!\u201d Ruto said.<\/p>\n
His remarks, widely interpreted as targeting political opponents, have further fueled criticism that leaders are now crossing the line from policy debates into personal insults.<\/p>\n
Kenya\u2019s political scene has long been known for heated exchanges.<\/p>\n
The latest trend of body-related insults however has marked a new low, raising concerns about the tone of the 2027 campaign with more than a year before campaigns officially kick off.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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